Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

Progressive responsibility of operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plant and related systems, including treatment processes, in plant pumping stations, and sludge handling and disposal facilities. Monitors and controls treatment processes, performs laboratory tests, and makes adjustments, as needed, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Performs maintenance and repair tasks on equipment and facilities, and maintains records and reports. May supervise lower-level staff and assist in training and development.

Includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Independently operates and monitors wastewater treatment processes, including chemical addition, flow control, and sludge handling.
• Performs complex laboratory tests and analyzes results to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Independently maintains and repairs equipment, pumps, and valves.
• Conducts routine inspections and maintenance of facilities and grounds.
• Monitors and responds to alarms and high-priority emergency situations.
• Maintains accurate records and reports, including shift logs and compliance documentation.
• May assist in supervising and training subordinate staff.
• Optimizes treatment process to ensure efficient and effective operations through progressively complex adjustments.
• Follows safety protocols and ensures a safe work environment.
• Troubleshoots & resolves advanced problems with corrective action.
• Operates skid steer and telehandlers.
• Performs manual labor, housekeeping, and groundskeeping tasks.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this role.

• Complex wastewater treatment processes and principles.
• Chemical addition and treatment chemicals.
• Complex Laboratory tests and analysis.
• Safety protocols and regulations.
• Independent equipment operation and maintenance.
• Regulatory requirements and compliance.
• Complex process control and optimization techniques.
• Intermediate understanding of hydraulics, mechanics, electrical, I&C, process control, laboratory, and microbiology.

• Independent operation and control of the treatment process.
• Independent equipment maintenance and repair.
• Complex Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Clear and concise communication and record keeping.
• Teamwork.

• Analyze data and make decisions to more complex issues.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems through corrective action.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Work safely and follow safety protocols.
• Adapt quickly to changing situations and priorities.
• Understand regulations and standards.

• Verbal and written communication.
• Clear and concise reporting.
• Share information to solve problems.

• Understand advanced technical documents and regulations.
• Interpret complex instructions and manuals.

• Maintain accurate reports and logs.
• Assists preparing reports and correspondence.

• Follow complex written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments.
• Understand and use complex technical terminology related to wastewater treatment.

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Decimals, fractions, and percentages.

• Formula calculation and manipulation.
• Solution concentration and dilution calculations.

• Volume and area calculations.
• Flow rate and velocity calculations.

• Data interpretation and analysis.
• Trend recognition and forecasting.

• Calculating chemical dosage and flow rates.
• Determining treatment process efficiency.
• Understanding and calculating sludge volumes and pumping rates.
• Use a calculator and computer software for mathematical calculations.
• Apply mathematical concepts to real-world problems in wastewater treatment.
• Understand and work with units of measurement, conversion factors, and mathematical formulas related to wastewater treatment.

A high school diploma or G.E.D is required.

12 plus months at a Grade 1-3 Wastewater Facility or a bachelor’s degree in science degree.

• Grade 3 WWTP Operator Certification through TDEC. (Must obtain Grade 3 certification within 18 months of hire with prior experience or reciprocity from another state)
• Must attend all training courses necessary for Grade 3…