RI Grade 2 Wastewater Operator

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain water/wastewater treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment.
• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Collect and test water and sewage samples.
• Record meter and gauge readings and operational data.
• Operate equipment to purify and clarify water or to process or dispose of waste.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas.
• Inspect all equipment on a regular basis.
• Follow U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
• Ensure safety standards are met.

Work Environment

• Spend 100% of the time in operations environment.
• May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicle to perform duties.
• Possible Work Hazards: Exposure to fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work environment temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards, and electrical equipment.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience/Background: High School Diploma/GED is required. Associate's degree in a science or technical area strongly preferred. Two to five years of experience in a related position and environment with knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of water/wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Effective communication skills, ability to perform basic math equations, proficiency in PPE use, ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment, ability to work in a team environment, ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check, ability to respond to emergency calls, ability to work extended hours.
• Required Certification/Licenses/Training: Intermediate level water and/or wastewater treatment certificate, wastewater License - Grade 2 in Rhode Island, valid driver's license, and safe driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Amount of time spent: Standing 25%, Walking 75% for as many as five miles per shift.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces.
• May be required to use ladders or stairs.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds).
• Specific vision abilities required: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.

Benefits

• Covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.

Additional Information

• The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.