Wastewater Operator

Position: Wastewater Operator 1
WASTEWATER OPERATOR 1

2 SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 3RD SHIFT THURS-MON AND 1ST SHIFT THURS-MON

HOURLY RATE: $29.39 FOR 1ST SHIFT; 3RD SHIFT HAS A DIFFERENTIAL

I.

TITLE:

Operator I

II.

REPORTS TO:

Operator II

Operations Supervisor

III. SUPERVISES:

Operator-In-Training

IV.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates, repairs, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment plant's facilities

• Performs routine laboratory tests

• Diagnose operating problems and perform necessary corrective action during work shift

• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work

Assures plant operates at required standards

V. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Performs any combinations of following tasks pertinent to controlling operation of plant:

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent

• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels

• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process adjustment requirements

• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control

• Starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes

• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings

• Takes samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses

• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties

• Makes operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel

• Performs other duties as required

VI.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-4 years experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants

• Possess a valid vehicle operating license

• Operator certification at a level required by the State and the project

• Able to type and enter data in computer spreadsheets and data management systems. General knowledge of computer operations.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical sewage analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision and training; safe work practices

VII.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to transport self over plant facility

• Must be able to ascend and descend stair steps

• Must be able to lift bags weighing up to 50 pounds each from floor

• Must be able to bend frequently to collect samples

• Must be able to push a power lawn mower for up to 3 hours per 8-hour shift

• Must be able to work in all types of weather

THE CITY OF WEST HAVEN IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

2 SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

1ST SHIFT, Thursday thru Monday
and
3rd SHIFT, Thursday thru Monday