Master Plant Operator

City of St. Joseph, MO•Saint Joseph, MO

34d

About The Position

Performs all duties necessary to operate a wastewater treatment facility and maintain associated process data management system. Assists safety coordinator with implementation and monitoring of the facility Safety Program. Directly supervises work done by other plant operators. Oversees daily operation of bio solids dryer and manages facility fertilizer program.

Requirements

Missouri class "A" level wastewater treatment license required at time of hiring
Knowledge of modern wastewater treatment plant procedures and practices
Knowledge of electronics, biology, microbiology, and related laboratory procedures.
Skills in math, management, report preparation, purchasing and employee relations.
Five to seven years of prior experience is required
Knowledge of wastewater data management systems
Skills in record keeping and maintenance of operational logs
Skills in public relations
Skills in computer operations
Ability to lead and direct the work activities of others
Knowledge of mechanical pumps and hydraulics
Valid Missouri driver's license
Ability to operate forklift and skid steer

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspects wastewater treatment processes and equipment to ensure proper operation
Monitors and maintains process data management system
Trains new operators and assists operators and maintenance personnel as necessary
Coordinates and conducts tours of the treatment facility.
Serves as back-up to Operations Manager.
Diagnosis and resolves complex treatment process issues using large data sets and trends.
Serves as the facility spokesperson in the absence of the Superintendent & the Operations Manager.
Remains on call after hours for emergencies.
Coordinates with lab supervisor on oversight of biosolids fertilizer program
Coordinates with customers and truck drivers to schedule biosolids pellet pick up.
Monitors and directs daily operation of bio solids dryer and belt presses.
Troubleshoots mechanical issues and conducts minor to moderate maintenance repairs.
Assists in Safety Program implementation
Completes and maintains plant inventory of fixed assets.
Assembles data for regulatory reporting
Performs cleaning of assigned buildings
Assists in maintenance of plant instrumentation