Wastewater Plant Operator

About the role

This position is responsible for operating the wastewater treatment plant. The operator uses computer equipment and testing to ensure water is treated and is safe to return to the environment. Employees in this class are under the supervision of the Wastewater Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Conducts bacteriological and chemical tests required by local, state, and federal regulations.
• Observes the conditions of sewage entering the treatment plant and adjusts the addition of chemicals for proper sewage treatment according to prescribed standards.
• Adjusts the composition of chemicals used in treating wastewater.
• Ensures that all systems are working properly, including the primary and secondary clarifiers, chlorinators, and filters.
• Ensures the timely and accurate completion of a variety of reports as required by local, state, and federal regulations.
• May drive a wastewater truck and haul sludge.
• Performs additional duties or emergency duties after normal working hours when requested by a supervisor.
• Performs maintenance on pumps and other equipment, including packing bearings on motors, changing or adding oil, making necessary repairs on equipment, and washing tanks.
• Performs other jobs as required.

Requirements

• High School Degree.
• Ability to obtain grade IV water treatment certification within 5 years.