Job Posting for Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator I at Lincoln County, NC
Closes On: March 22, 2024 at 11:50 AM EST
Location: Waste Water Treatment Plant , Lincolnton, NC 28092 Department: Sewer Job Status: Full-Time Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Days Worked: Sun., Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. Hour Per Week: 40 Rate of Pay: Grade 13 - $39,686.40 - $41,683.20 Position Type: Full Time Status: Open Until Filled
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Brief Job Summary
This position is responsible for assisting in the operation of the wastewater treatment plant and related systems.
Job Responsibilities
o Tours and inspects plant and equipment to ensure proper operation and compliance with state discharge and monitoring requirements.
o Performs laboratory tests of water samples as required.
o Calibrates laboratory equipment.
o Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides assistance and information.
o Operates plant equipment.
o Maintains and repairs plant equipment as needed.
o Performs operational control testing of various plant processes to ensure compliance with state permitted effluent discharge requirements.
o Performs adjustments to plant operations to ensure proper operation.
o Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
o Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
o Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one or two years.
o Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
o Possession of or ability to obtain within one year, a Water Pollution Control system Operator Wastewater Grade 1 state certified operator’s license.
o Wastewater or Water Treatment or Distribution Certifications preferred.
o Pretreatment, Lab Certification and Maintenance Technician Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and Skills Requiredo Knowledge of the maintenance and operation of wastewater treatment plants.
o Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and equipment.
o Knowledge of equipment maintenance techniques.
o Knowledge of local, state, and federal waste water regulations and standards.
o Knowledge of the methods and equipment used in the laboratory analysis of wastewater samples.
o Skill in the operation of wastewater treatment plant equipment.
o Skill in the laboratory analysis of wastewater samples.
o Skill in interpersonal relations.
o Skill in oral and written communication.
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