CONSOLIDATED UTILITY DISTRICT OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY Wastewater Operator Salary in the United States

Description

Nature of Work

Under direction of the Wastewater Manager, perform routine tasks necessary to ensure proper operation and mechanical integrity of Recirculating Sand Filter wastewater treatment systems, septic tank effluent pump systems and effluent disposal drip irrigation fields. Inspect installation of new "STEP" tanks.

Specific Duties (Operation)

• Inspect sand filter surface for vegetation and apply herbicide as needed. 

• Inspect and clean, as needed, Bio-filters in recirculation tanks

• Remove, clean, and re-install Arkal micron filter disc

• Inspect and clean ultraviolet disinfection units

• Observe and record in log, effluent flow meter totalizer reading

• Check Programmable Logic Controller panel and observe operation status and cycling of pumps

• Manually operate pumps to test operation of hydrotech distributing valves

• Collect effluent sample and observe clarity

• Inspect sand filter perimeter fencing and gates for integrity

• Other duties as assigned

Specific Duties (Maintenance)

• Repair / replace defective pumps, float switches, hydro-tech valve disc, ultraviolet unit bulbs and ballast    

• Make repairs to drip field solenoid valves, ball valves, drip lines, valve boxes, hydrotech valves and Inspect drip field perimeter fence and presence of Regulatory Agency required identification signs

• Inspect installation and operation of new septic tank effluent pump systems ("STEP")

• Respond promptly to service calls and repair "STEP" system pump, floats, valves, piping and controls as required

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma 

• Valid TN driver's license and safe driving record

• General knowledge of Rutherford County road / highway system

• Experience working with PVC pipe, pump systems and light electrical

• Residency requirement of 25 miles or less from the central office in Murfreesboro, TN

Ability Requirements

• Work in potentially hazardous environments

• Respond to call-outs / emergencies on a 24 - hour basis

• Ability to carry various objects up to 60 lbs.

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.     

• Follow written and verbal instructions.

• Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills

• State of TN Grade 1 Collection System Certification

• State of TN Grade II Biological/Natural Wastewater Certification

Grooming and Hygiene 

Consolidated Utility District recognizes that the presentation of its employees in the workplace contributes to a professional environment and the public image that has contributed to the success of the Consolidated Utility District. Therefore, Consolidated Utility District expects employees to be well-groomed and professional in appearance when coming to work or engaged in work-related tasks with customers, clients, and colleagues.

Jewelry - Where job duties present any type of safety risk, jewelry may be prohibited or severely limited. No ear gauging, or head jewelry or ornaments are permitted.  Facial (including tongue) piercings are not permitted with the exception of a small, non-distracting nose stud.  Nose rings and the like are not permitted.

Tattoos - No face or head tattoos are permitted in the workplace.  Small, less visible tattoos on the back of the neck may be permitted.  Other body art (such as surgically implanted ball bearings, spikes, ear gauging and the like) are not permitted in the workplace.

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