Wastewater Plant Operator I/II

WASTEWATER PLANT OPERATOR I
Role of primary operator for a full range of sophisticated wastewater treatment plant equipment. Operate pumps, valves and other equipment via flow controllers, hand, or mechanical means to regulate the flow of wastewater through primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment processes. Maintain an even flow to ensure maximum efficiency of plant equipment and processes.

Take samples of wastewater, scum, grit, sludge, and other materials at established times. Conduct standardized control tests. Interpret process control tests and notify supervisor as necessary.

Read meters, gauges, charts, and instruments. Operate, monitor, and control wastewater equipment and systems using complex computer systems.

Operate, monitor, and maintain biological, chemical, mechanical, and hydraulic processes at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities.

Operate, adjust, and maintain chemical feed and co-generation equipment to ensure compliance within established standards.

Perform recordkeeping functions such as logging plant operations, test results, maintenance work performed and unusual operating conditions encountered. Interpret plant piping and distribution diagrams. Maintain records associated with plant operations, timekeeping, goals and safety training. Prepare special oral and written reports as required. Maintain adequate stock levels, requisition materials and supplies.

Inspect plant facilities and equipment; recognize inefficient, unusual or dangerous operating conditions; report any failures or operating difficulties and take corrective action as needed. Initiate work orders and requests for equipment repairs. Stop and start equipment as required for repairs, preventative maintenance and rehabilitation work.

Perform routine maintenance on wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities, buildings, equipment, and grounds. Duties include cleaning, servicing and operating equipment; painting and housekeeping tasks.

Use common hand and power tools. Drive or operate motor vehicles, forklifts, portable pumping equipment and all other specialized equipment as needed to achieve assigned objectives. Operate all treatment plant vehicles skillfully and safely. Observe safe driving practices.

Observe safe work methods and adhere to all safety practices and policies at the treatment plant, including but not limited to: lock-out-tag out procedures, confined space entry, blood borne pathogen awareness, arc-flash awareness and respiratory protection. Always use appropriate safety equipment, inspect and maintain assigned work areas. Correct or report safety hazards as necessary. Safely receive supplies and offload chemicals delivered and ensure that they are properly stored. Attend safety meetings as required.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required and other duties which may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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  Knowledge of principles and practices of primary, secondary, and tertiary wastewater treatment, wastewater sampling and standard process control tests
• Knowledge of safety rules, codes and regulations pertaining to the work
• Knowledge of methods and precautions in storing and handling hazardous chemicals and basic preventive maintenance and general shop procedures and techniques
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles related to a wastewater treatment system
• Knowledge of shop math
• Knowledge of treatment plant facilities discharge permitting
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during work
• Ability to exercise sound judgment within general policy guidelines
• Ability to train others in work procedures

• This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
• This position reports to the Crew Supervisor and takes work direction from a Wastewater Plant Operator III
• Must be willing to be called back, held over, work nights, weekends and holiday shifts as required
• May be required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• May be required to pass a background investigation and a pre-placement drug screen

• Knowledge of principles and practices, of primary, secondary, and tertiary wastewater treatment and wastewater sampling and standard process control tests
• Knowledge of safety rules, codes and regulations pertaining to the work
• Knowledge of methods and precautions in storing and handling hazardous chemicals and preventive maintenance and general shop procedures and techniques
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles related to a wastewater treatment system
• Knowledge of shop math
• Knowledge of treatment plant facilities discharge permitting
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during work
• Ability to exercise sound judgment within general policy guidelines
• Ability to train others in work procedures

• This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
• This position reports to the Crew Supervisor and takes work direction from a Wastewater Plant Operator III
• Must be willing to be called back, held over, work nights, weekends and holiday shifts as required
• May be required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• May be required to pass a pre-placement background investigation and drug screen

Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.

Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.