Driver/Press Operator

City of Conroe•Conroe, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver/Press Operator performs duties in the operation of a belt filter press and or centrifuge at the wastewater treatment plant. The position is also responsible for hauling processed wastewater sludge to a repurposing facility and hauling wastewater grit and rags to the landfill in a roll-off truck. Other duties include preventative maintenance of the belt press and other wastewater treatment processes.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Minimum one year of experience in operations of Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants and operations of a belt filter press and or centrifuge.
Class "C" wastewater certification issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Valid Texas Class "B" Commercial Driver's License.
Two years' experience in operation of vehicles and light equipment.
Ability to understand and abide by City of Conroe and Departmental policies and procedures.
Must be able to lift weights of 50 pounds and 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Must be capable of reading, writing and speaking in English.

Responsibilities

Operate a belt filter press and/or centrifuge at the wastewater treatment plant.
Haul processed wastewater sludge to a repurposing facility.
Haul wastewater grit and rags to the landfill in a roll-off truck.
Perform preventative maintenance of the belt press and other wastewater treatment processes.
Work on call duty and respond at any hour during an emergency when requested.
Attend after hours classes to renew or obtain required certifications/licenses when necessary.
Work as many hours as needed to get the work assigned completed.
Conduct routine maintenance to vehicles and equipment.
Use all tools to accomplish the job in an efficient manner.
Adapt to new technology, new methods and changing conditions.
Communicate using a two-way radio.