Wastewater Control Operator Trainee - 4th Creek WWTP (Full-Time)

City of Statesville•City of Statesville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for learning all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities. The trainee will assist certified wastewater control operators with duties and maintenance of the plant after successfully completing orientation and trainee instruction. This position is designed for progressive movement into a Certified Shift Operator position, and the candidate hired will be the next staff member to fill an open shift when it becomes available. Employees may be required to respond to disasters and may be assigned other duties that take precedence over those described.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license, or any valid driver’s license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
Ability to obtain a Wastewater Operator I Certification within one (1) year.
Ability to obtain a Wastewater Operator II Certification within two (2) years.
The City of Statesville requires no less than a State of North Carolina Wastewater Operator II Certification to remain employed as a WWTP Operator.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the operating characteristics, maintenance requirements, tools, and equipment required of wastewater treatment plant operations.
Knowledge of the state and federal water and wastewater treatment quality regulations.
Knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to wastewater treatment plant operations.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the necessary safety precautions for this work.
Ability to detect defects in the operation of mechanical equipment and determine proper remedial measures.
Ability to conduct routine water quality tests, read meters and charts accurately, and then correctly record results.
Ability to operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater collection and treatment equipment.
Ability to maintain accurate records and create detailed reports.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the public.
After instruction and orientation period is complete, quality and speed of work on routine duties should steadily become comparable to that of a certified operator.

Responsibilities

Learns to properly operate and maintain all aspects of the wastewater treatment facility under the instruction and oversight of a certified operator.
Learns the fundamentals of proper wastewater treatment by participating in a wide variety of on-the-job tasks and through classes, correspondence courses, and general reading.
Learns to make necessary adjustments to the treatment process to ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, and the facility's standard operating procedures.
Learns to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on plant equipment and structures; assists the maintenance staff as necessary with major or unusual maintenance tasks.
Takes readings and measurements concerning unit processes, collects samples, records measurements, and helps maintain accurate records of plant operational and maintenance functions.
Learns to perform basic physical and chemical analysis to monitor treatment efficiency.
Informs the Wastewater Treatment Plant Lead Operator of any observed or suspected problems, then proceeds with corrective or preventative action, as instructed.
Learns and demonstrates appropriate safety precautions and procedures for all tasks.
Assists in grounds and building maintenance.
Performs other duties as assigned.