Certified Wastewater Operator

City of St. Charles•Saint Charles, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Wastewater Operator performs a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plants and lift stations. The role includes operating wastewater treatment processes in compliance with applicable laws and EPA regulations, maintaining treatment and lift-station equipment, troubleshooting malfunctions, collecting samples, conducting quality tests, and responding to emergencies. The operator may also assist with citywide programs such as snow and ice removal.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of experience in the public works and/or construction industry.
Class 1 Wastewater Operators License issued by the Illinois EPA, or obtain one within five years.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant and lift-station operation and maintenance.
Fundamental math skills, including calculating quantities of materials, miles driven, and hours worked.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with coworkers and the public.
Ability to take initiative and make effective decisions in the field.
Proficiency with software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Lawson.
Ability to work under varied environmental conditions and lift up to 82 pounds.
Valid Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements, or ability to obtain one within six months of hire; in-house training is provided.
Successful completion of a thorough background check, including fingerprinting, physical, functional capacity evaluation, and drug screen, if selected.

Responsibilities

Operate, inspect, and maintain treatment-process equipment, machinery, and control panels, including pumps, compressors, motors, and sludge dewatering equipment.
Operate the wastewater treatment process in accordance with applicable laws and EPA regulations, making necessary process-control adjustments as needed or directed by the supervisor.
Troubleshoot, repair, and report equipment malfunctions and process abnormalities.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment and machinery, including greasing and rebuilding pumps and motors and changing oil in compressors, aerators, and filters.
Inspect and maintain lift stations.
Collect samples, perform quality tests, and investigate service complaints while dealing directly with the public.
Respond to emergencies such as equipment failures and high-level alarms at treatment plants and lift stations.
Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA).
Assist with citywide programs, including snow and ice removal, and other additional citywide programs.
Carry a wireless communications device and respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week, reporting within 60 minutes of a call-in.