Wastewater Treatment Operator
Summary
Perform the functions required in the proper treatment of the City’s wastewater.
Essential Functions
Operate and monitor various equipment ensuring proper treatment of incoming wastewater.
Take samples of water supply at the designated sampling locations within and outside the plan to be submitted for proper testing.
Perform general maintenance work in the plant to assure facilities and equipment are in proper working order.
Perform, log and graph results of various regular chemical testing of water samples according to standard department procedures, reporting any unusual results to the Superintendent or his designee.
Interpret plant records and help keep the plant in compliance with State and Federal guidelines, completing required daily logs and necessary paperwork for compliance.
Make adjustment as needed to various valves and controls located throughout the plant based on results of test according to standard operating procedures.
Work with computers and have general knowledge of electronic instruments.
Competencies
- Technical Capacity
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
- Thoroughness
- Customer/Client Focus
- Communication Proficiency
- Problem Solving/Analysis
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates primarily in a wastewater plant. The employee will be exposed to a damp environment, stairs, raw and treated sewage, grass/weeds when mowing and weedeating and extreme outside temperatures when necessary.
Physical Demands
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, distinguish colors, operate hand tools
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Normal shift length is 8 hours and the work schedule may vary if necessary.
Travel
Limited travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Graduate
Preferred Education and Experience
- Has necessary wastewater licenses to operate plant
- One or more years of related experience.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position is considered safety sensitive.