Southwest Suburban Sewer District

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Treatment Plant Operator – Group I/II/III Represented Position: AFSCME, AFL-CIO

Applications may be submitted to the Operations Supervisor, Brett Wittman (). Applications may also be submitted in person at the main District offices during office hours.

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, this represented position will perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the operations and maintenance of the District’s wastewater treatment plant facilities; assist others in the operation, installation, maintenance and repair of plant equipment and facilities; and perform a variety of custodial grounds work. This position will play a key role in the training and development of Group I Operators.

The job also involves operating, monitoring, adjusting and maintaining wastewater treatment plant equipment; assuring proper equipment operation; performing laboratory testing; analyzing and making process changes to assure compliance with established regulations; processing digested sludge through de‑watering equipment according to established procedures; and monitoring and adjusting odor control equipment in compliance with related permits.

• Perform a variety of skilled and semi‑skilled work in the maintenance and repair of the District’s wastewater treatment plant facilities and equipment, cleaning and painting machinery, walls, pipes, fittings, and related items.
• Assist Senior Operator in the training and development of Group I Operators.
• Assist others in the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment and facilities.
• Assist staff with preventative maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Perform a variety of custodial and grounds work; clean and maintain work areas and perform related tasks as assigned.
• Assist in plant operations as assigned; collect process data, perform field tests on samples; monitor equipment and instrument operations and notify operators of unusual situations.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools and equipment; drive a vehicle to local vendors to pick up and deliver parts and equipment.
• Make periodic rounds to check the general operations of the plant; inspect and clean equipment; hose tanks.
• Operate, monitor, adjust and maintain wastewater treatment plant equipment; ensure proper equipment operation.
• Adjust, operate, and maintain de‑watering equipment.
• Monitor and control the operation of the disinfection system.
• Enter empty tanks and other confined spaces to perform inspections, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Maintain and clean District facilities to assure a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Laboratory procedures and analysis.
• Wastewater treatment plant instrumentation.
• Belt filter press and centrifuge operations.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Basic treatment plant equipment maintenance and repair.
• Basic health and safety regulations related to plant operation and maintenance.
• Operation and use of hand and power tools and equipment.
• Maintenance of buildings and facilities in good repair.
• Methods, equipment, and materials used in gardening and groundskeeping.

• Work effectively to assist in training Operators in all aspects of wastewater treatment.
• Operate a variety of hand tools, machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
• Record accurate log readings and operating information.
• Perform routine plant maintenance and housekeeping work.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Work within confined spaces.
• Assist others in the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment and facilities.
• Operate, adjust, and service specialized equipment used in the wastewater treatment plant.
• Perform routine laboratory testing as specified by NPDES permit.
• Assist in the development and implementation of department and program objectives and goals.
• Work with and assist the District Safety Coordinator; observe all health and safety regulations.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Follow oral and written…