Treatment Plant Coordinator 2 (Wastewater) 20098161

State of Ohio • Chillicothe, OH

5d • $59,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov Are you ready to begin your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

Requirements

• Certificate of class at least equal to that required by water system or wastewater works classification pursuant to Rule 3745-7-02, Environmental Protection Agency
• 12 mos. exp. as treatment plant operator in water &/or sewage treatment plant which included conducting routine laboratory tests on treatment plant flows
• 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in employee training & development
• Valid drivers' license
• Must meet requirement of OAC 3745-7-15 pertaining to OEPA Director approved contact hour required to renew certification
• Advanced level knowledge of state and federal guidelines regarding water plant operations

Responsibilities

• Serves as assistant to treatment plant operation manager.
• Coordinates operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment (e.g., motors and controls, pumps and controls, blowers and controls, comminutors, air compressors, chemical feeders) used at water treatment plant.
• Trains maintenance staff and/or operators in proper operation and maintenance procedures.
• Inspects facilities and coordinates purchase of chemicals and parts.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts equipment.
• Reviews preventive maintenance programs.
• Inspects newly installed equipment.
• Instructs facility staff in chemical testing procedures and daily reporting preparation procedures.
• Reviews design drawings and specification for contract work.
• Meets with consultants to resolve construction or installation problems.
• Oversees and/or performs general maintenance at water treatment facility (e.g., tills seed beds, mows grass, paints buildings, plows snow).
• Performs operational modifications necessary in emergencies to meet EPA requirements.
• Attends annual training, meetings and/or serves on committees.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed