WWTP Operator I

About the role

The Primary Reason Why Classification Exists: To perform technical and skilled responsible operational, laboratory, and maintenance work in the operation and maintenance of the municipal wastewater treatment plant.

Responsibilities

• Makes hourly rounds of the plant to inspect operations, entering readings into operating records, taking samples of processes and performing required tests, documenting and/or repairing malfunctions, troubleshooting mechanical problems, and performing related plant work.
• Adds required chemicals to wastewater, and troubleshoots mechanical problems.
• Assists with the Pretreatment program, and lab duties in absence of the lab analyst.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the physical plant building and grounds.
• Performs minor or emergency repairs to equipment and assists plant maintenance personnel on heavy duty repairs or replacements.
• Uses department’s software programs as related to division’s tasks.
• Answers phones and gives information to visitors or vendors.
• Performs preventive maintenance duties as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid North Carolina driver license.
• Must be certified at the Wastewater Operator “I”, “II”, or “III” level, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some high school or college coursework in environmental science, physics, chemistry, hydrology, water & wastewater engineering, or related study is preferred.
• An Associate’s degree in the physical or biological sciences may be required at higher levels of certification.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to perform physically demanding work such as skimming floatables from settling tanks, unstopping bar screens, disposal of sand, trash, and other waste, and washing and cleaning basins and clarifiers.
• May be required to wear a respirator when necessary.
• May be required to work on holidays based upon schedule.

Benefits

Includes; Health, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, and Group Term Life.