Part Time Wastewater Operator

Applied Water Managemen•Yaphank, NY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Mobile Wastewater Operator position covers the Long Island service area, providing operations and maintenance support to various wastewater facilities as directed by the operations leadership team. The Part-Time Mobile Wastewater Operator is an independent well-organized self-starter able to manage his/her own time to complete assigned site coverage(s) in their given allotted time. Responsibilities include operations and maintenance as well as alarm call response and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or GED required
Must be able to work up to 29 hours per week/weekend
Must be available to work weekends and holidays as requested
Overtime as required
Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

2 years of wastewater experience preferred
Grade 1A – Grade 3A Wastewater License preferred

Responsibilities

Perform critical testing of facility operations, such as PH, dissolved oxygen, chlorine, etc., to monitor system condition
Perform general preventative maintenance on treatment plant equipment such as blower oil, filter and belt changes and pulling and inspecting submersible pumps, etc. (Further defined below in addendum A)
Maintain complete, accurate, legible records of all phases of facility operations
Maintain complete, accurate, legible records of all equipment and plant maintenance
Assist in preparing monthly written operating report based on facility’s operation and/or maintenance records for the client, employer or regulatory agency as required
Inform Supervisor in a timely manner of plant problems, upsets, plant expansion, repairs, etc.
Work conscientiously, adhere to EH&S policies and processes, and be aware of and report safety hazards
Be prepared to discuss in a professional manner the plant operations with employer, client, visitors or regulatory personnel
Collect required samples, log in samples correctly and accurately, and submit samples to laboratory and review results to ensure permit compliance
Operate plants to meet all regulatory guidelines and responsibilities
Assist maintenance personnel with pump, blower, motor, valve, etc. removal
Maintain accurate records for gasoline, mileage, timesheets, expenses, etc.
Work scheduled weekends and occasional holidays for assigned route
Project a positive image to operators, clients, regulatory agencies, engineers, etc.
Confined Space Entry – this may be required on occasion after thorough training provided by NSU
Performs other related duties as assigned by management