Wastewater Operator

JOB FUNCTION/PURPOSE
The Wastewater Operator is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in wastewater treatment facilities.

Salary range is $23-$27/hr depending on level of experience.  Wastewater Operator license preferred or ability to obtain.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment. Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential.
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable.
• Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call.

Education/Experience:  High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications:  Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator’s License specific to state and site-specific requirements.  Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.

Technical:  Ability to follow manual & operating instructions.  Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.  Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations. 

Communication:  Communicates clearly & professionally.  Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.  Willing to help others.  Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Problem Solving & Quality:  Pays attention to detail.  Identifies & solves problems.  Escalates issues accordingly.  Checks work for quality.

Managing for Results:  Works well with supervision.  Takes projects to completion.  Follows all company policies & SOPs.  Manages multiple tasks.

Leadership & Initiative:  Demonstrates a positive attitude.  Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.  Takes accountability for own performance.  Willing to take on additional assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to:  frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.