Treatment Plant Operator I

Shelby•Shelby, NC

About The Position

Performs intermediate skilled trades work in the operation and maintenance of a water and/or wastewater treatment plant. Duties include conducting regular plant inspections, recording readings, performing preventive maintenance on equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Treatment Plant Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and minimal experience operating a water and/or wastewater treatment plant, including some experience operating and maintaining machinery and equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Obtain a North Carolina Grade I Biological Wastewater Treatment Operator and/or Class C Surface Water Treatment Operator certificate within eighteen months of hire.
Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.
Some knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water and/or wastewater treatment plant.
Some knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to water and/or wastewater treatment plant operations.
Some knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions.
Skill in using and caring for hand and power tools.
Skill in using personal computers, associated software packages, hardware, and peripheral equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and read meters and charts accurately.
Ability to operate SCADA systems and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other City department employees, State personnel, engineers, vendors, and the general public.
Ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain a water or wastewater treatment plant, including maintaining and lubricating equipment, pumps, blowers, and motors.
Assist with changes in plant processes as necessary to improve plant efficiency.
Inspect the plant, equipment, and biological and chemical systems; notify personnel of operating and maintenance issues and prepare work orders.
Regulate and adjust motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and other apparatuses according to operating conditions, procedures, and supervisor direction; calibrate equipment, meters, and chemical pumps.
Read meters, gauges, and dials, record instrument readings, and maintain records on plant operations.
Assist with laboratory functions, collect samples, perform minor laboratory tests, analyze results, enter data into the operations database, and follow quality assurance, quality control, and other laboratory procedures.
Operate equipment such as a front-end wheel loader, skid steer, small dump truck, mower, and pressure washers.
Assist with maintaining equipment, including blowers, pumps, motors, electrical equipment, instruments, valves, and other apparatuses, to meet operating conditions and State and Federal requirements.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance internal audits and inspections.
Perform custodial and grounds maintenance, including sweeping, mopping, and buffing floors; cutting grass; and cleaning and painting equipment.
Assist with customer communications, address concerns, issues, and complaints, and coordinate sampling with customers.
Review, train on, and follow standard operating, emergency, and safety procedures.
Work outside normal working hours in stand-by, on-call, or emergency situations.