Treatment Plant Operator: Appalachian Treatment Plant #01328
About The Position
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the facility’s water and wastewater treatment systems. The Treatment Plant Operator supports the Appalachian CCAP by maintaining reliable production of potable water and effective wastewater treatment, in accordance with all Federal and State regulatory requirements. This role is essential to protecting the health and safety of staff and residents, safeguarding the environment, and ensuring continuity of facility operations through proper system monitoring, maintenance, laboratory analysis, and accurate documentation.
Requirements
- General knowledge of water and wastewater treatment plant operations and related control regulations.
- Experience operating mechanical equipment.
- Experience performing routine adjustments.
- Experience completing minor repairs.
- Ability to conduct, interpret, and document laboratory tests accurately.
- Ability to follow safety practices.
- Ability to maintain detailed operational records and reports.
- Reliability.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently in a plant operations environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a correctional or institutional environment.
- Familiarity with automated or SCADA-controlled treatment systems.
- Additional training or certification beyond the minimum licensing requirements.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical or process issues.
- History of reliable shift work.
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs.
- Experience with environmental compliance reporting.
- Experience with advanced laboratory testing techniques.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the facility’s water and wastewater treatment systems.
- Maintain reliable production of potable water and effective wastewater treatment.
- Conduct required laboratory analyses.
- Maintain accurate documentation, operational records, and reports.
- Ensure all wastewater effluent complies with applicable Federal and State regulatory standards.
- Operate mechanical equipment, perform routine adjustments, and complete minor repairs.
- Follow safety practices.
Benefits
- Background Investigation
- Drug Testing
- EEO employer
- Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
- Veteran preference
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
