Wastewater Operator

qualifications: basic qualifications:

• high school diploma or ged possess a valid driver's license

• knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operations of engines, pumps, and related equipment.
• general maintenance work.
• safe work practices.
• basic biological and chemical principles.

learns and gains skills involving the maintenance of equipment and servicing work in the plant operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, and starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes. Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels observes and reports abnormalities to supervisor maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties understands and carries out oral and written directions establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work performs other duties as required

hourly pay is higher if the applicant has already obtained a cdl or has obtained state wastewater treatment certification. This is a temp-to-hire position