Wastewater Treatment Operator - All Levels

Salary:

Trainee: $20.46 - $25.57 Hourly ($42,557 - $53,186 Annually)

Operator I (C License): $23.41 - $31.23 Hourly ($48,693.00- $64,958.00 Annually)

Operator II (B License): $25.07 - $33.41 Hourly ($52,146.00 - $69,493.00 Annually)

Operator III (A License): $26.82 - $35.74 Hourly ($55,786.00 - $74,339.00 Annually)

Progression to Operator IV & V will be evaluated based on qualifications and years of experience:

Operator IV: $28.69 - $38.25 Hourly ($59,675.00 - $79,560.00 Annually)

Operator V: $32.13 - $45.90 Hourly ($66,830.00 - $95,472.00 Annually)

The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant and the drinking water for the public. This is accomplished by collecting daily meter readings; calibrating lab meters; checking plant equipment; adjusting the SCADA computer; checking charts for trends; performing oil changes and greasing; repairing equipment; collecting daily plant samples; recording dissolved oxygen readings; inspecting chlorine cylinders;

communicating problems; creating and fulfilling work orders; completing plant and system checks; verifying equipment operation; evaluating trends; and verifying chemical residuals. Other duties include performing UV maintenance and repair; training employees; troubleshooting for plant malfunctions; creating monthly operation reports; managing monthly water charts and plumage reports; developing a majority of the forms the Water Plants uses; replying to e-mails; performing janitorial work;

overseeing fire flow tests; and supervising contractors.

Trainee:

* Performs all operational procedures by checking clarifier blankets; obtaining samples; checking equipment; performing inspections on SCADA communications; cleaning channels or splitter boxes; checking water plants and other facilities; performing preventive maintenance; and administering plant tours.

* Communicates with customers and community by sending daily emails; creating reports and facility updates; recording all calibrations of meters or analyzers; inputting data in OPS PAC; developing work orders; directing team meetings; and communicating with bio-solids staff, vendors, and visitors.

* Performs all housekeeping duties by hosing down areas with debris; addressing safety concerns; checking for proper drainage; painting; disposing of trash; assisting with landscaping or beautification projects; and ensuring the facility is maintained.

* Collects samples for analysis by using gloves and caution in sampling areas; managing sampling containers carefully; avoiding contamination; fulfilling chain of custody forms; and obtaining all information for chain of custody forms.

Operator I (C License):

1.  Performs daily water plant checks by checking all equipment; monitoring hour meters and flow meters; checking chemical residuals; changing chemical analyzers; maintaining chemical inventory; transferring and inspecting chemicals; calibrating test kits; and adjusting feed rates.

2.
Maintains the plant by completing maintenance work orders; greasing plant equipment; managing rust/corrosion control; and performing housekeeping practices and general cleaning.

3.  Manages plant repairs by scheduling work orders for internal repair; ensuring all plant equipment in repaired; and assisting mechanics and electricians when necessary.

4.
All other duties as assigned.

Operator II (B License):

1.  Performs preventive maintenance by shutting off power; locking out equipment; greasing moving equipment; changing oils in gearboxes; guaranteeing all maintenance activities are safe; and painting equipment.

2. Controls processes by checking process basins; using odor sensory perception and results from laboratory tests; reviewing the performance of the process; and overseeing the SCADA system.

3. Performs housekeeping duties by cleaning for spider webs; removing all dirt and debris; maintaining materials and equipment; and ensuring the facility is aesthetically pleasing.

4. Gives plant tours by evaluating the process and equipment in the treatment process; obtaining daily readings from meters and gauges; maintaining records; and ensuring all equipment functions properly.

5. Maintains facility…