Pre Treatment Analyst

Duties

• Performs tests on industrial wastewater samples; coordinates test results with plant operations, personnel, and industrial officials.
• Operates a computer to analyze and track analytical results to evaluate compliance, and initiate enforcement actions when necessary.
• Performs tests on industrial wastewater samples; coordinates test results with plant operations, personnel and industrial officials.
• Performs quality control program on sampling equipment and supplies to assure reliable test results; maintains sampling equipment in proper operating order.
• Interprets laboratory tests and prepares required reports; consults with, informs, and advises plant personnel about controls to be used, defects found, or changes in treatment process; participates in problem-solving regarding process control.
• Captures and analyzes data from various meters, gauges, and dials; logs daily, weekly, and monthly activities.
• Performs standard laboratory chemical and biological tests.
• Performs general preventive and scheduled maintenance; assists on major maintenance and repairs.
• Fills various chemical tanks; starts and stops pumps.
• Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
• Performs other treatment plant operations, as required.
• Performs routine building and grounds maintenance including cleaning, mowing, and painting, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Through knowledge of 40 CFR Part 403, NCDEQ wastewater regulations, laboratory techniques, including those used in difficult chemical and biochemical analysis of wastewater.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry as applied to wastewater treatment.
• Considerable knowledge of the operations of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Considerable knowledge of computer applications and peripherals in laboratory work.
• Ability to read and interpret technical federal and state guidelines on wastewater treatment procedures and tests and industrial pretreatment program requirements.
• Ability to interpret lab results/ engineering drawings, perform mathematical calculations, keep accurate records and prepare reports.
• Familiarity with GIS, Microsoft Office, and database tracking software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills for fieldwork and interaction with industrial/FOG representatives and the public.
• Ability to manage enforcement diplomatically and work independently in diverse environments.
• Ability to provide training of operations or other staff in laboratory procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, contractors, industrial/FOG representatives, regulatory agencies, and the public.