Collection System Operator

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• Perform or assist in the performance of the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, replacement and cleaning of a wide variety of equipment used in conjunction with the Collection System.
• Collect information by reading dials, multimeters, gauges, charts and recorders, and record information by means of electronic and hand‑written data entry.
• Troubleshoot, draw conclusions and take necessary actions for pump station's motors, valves, meters, compressors, generators, drive units, level control devices, lifting devices, bearings and seals, and other equipment.
• Perform installation, repair, maintenance and replacement of equipment and facilities, clean wet wells, grease traps, and trash traps. Operate flush or crane trucks associated with these tasks.
• Perform precision work; diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic problems.
• Proficient use of welders, cutting torches, drills, saws, alignment tools and a variety of other hand tools.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment and abide by all health and safety procedures, rules and regulations adopted by the Department.
• Operate motorized heavy equipment including, but not limited to, dump truck, track loaders, mini excavators, front end loaders, equipment used in transporting the above listed equipment, powered industrial truck (forklift), truck mounted crane, flush truck, camera truck and tanker truck.
• Operate sludge processing and disposal equipment, transport liquid and cake sludge to disposal sites from various wastewater treatment plants. Operate tanker trucks associated with these tasks.
• Perform installation, repair, maintenance and replacement of equipment and facilities, clean wet wells, grease traps, and trash traps. Operate flush or crane trucks associated with these tasks.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks of equipment and vehicles.
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant manufacturer’s recommendations, policies and procedures.
• Perform maintenance and repair facilities and grounds.
• Collect wastewater samples from various facilities as required and deliver samples as directed to the testing laboratory.
• Troubleshoot, draw conclusions and take corrective action for gravity and pressure main problems in the collection system.
• Respond to and resolve customer inquiries and complaints.
• Operate powered industrial truck (fork lift).
• Operate mounted crane truck.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Operate a motor vehicle as needed to perform the essential functions.

Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Ability to use the following equipment: vehicles, various hand and power tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, and wastewater sampling equipment.

• Knowledge of Ohio and Federal environmental laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of County and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of pump station and wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Knowledge of chemical testing procedures.
• Knowledge, ability and skills in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and construction installation and repair procedures.
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools and safety procedures relevant to the maintenance of the Collection System Equipment.
• Knowledge of System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and the ability to troubleshoot.
• Knowledge of working with electricity as well as electrical safety and lock out procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and technical manuals for maintaining equipment.
• Ability to keep good records of daily activities.
• Ability to work alone, to cooperate with co‑workers on group projects and to effectively deal with the public.
• Ability to use basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to effectively monitor and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Ability to understand oral and written communications.
• Ability to perform precision work, diagnose mechanical, electrical,…