Utility Plant Operator - Waste Water Treatment Plant

Responsibilities

• Performs a combination of basic and semi-skilled work in the operation of a City Wastewater (WW) Treatment Plant; monitors, inspects, maintains and adjusts equipment according to job specifications and technical codes.
• Assists in the operation of water purification and transmission facilities, or wastewater collection and treatment facilities; duties will vary according to job assignment and skill level.
• Collects, tests and analyzes WW samples, including water quality, chemical saturation and biosolids level; performs testing procedures within scope of authority; analyzes test results, using approved laboratory methods.
• Observes and monitors manual and automatic equipment; assists in the operation of pumps, compressors, valves and other electrical and electronic equipment to control and adjust WW flow and treatment processes according to Department policies and procedures.
• Monitors SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) process control system gauges, meters and electronic control panels; monitors and learns to regulate electrical systems and chemical processes; records readings and maintains manual and computerized shift log.
• May be assigned to monitor and operate the sludge dewatering facility at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Observes and reports variations in operating conditions; records meter and gauge readings; reads and interprets technical manuals; performs tests to determine if processing conditions are outside specifications; reports anomalies to supervisor.
• Maintains plant work areas, tools and equipment in a safe and orderly condition; performs minor preventive maintenance on WW equipment.
• Performs operations and maintenance activities within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; notifies supervisors of problems beyond the scope of authority.
• Maintains facility work areas in a safe and orderly condition; assists with cleaning and maintaining buildings, equipment, grounds and property.
• Maintains physical security of plant facilities through regular safety inspections and monitoring of remote camera systems.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions, and assures that safety rules and regulations are followed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems, security issues and emergency situations.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and one year of operations and maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Class C Wastewater license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is required.
• Must obtain Class B license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within nine months of meeting requirements.

Work is performed in WW Treatment Plant facilities; required to perform moderate physical work, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Full manual dexterity and visual acuity is required. The job risks exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, and toxic/caustic chemicals.