Wastewater Level A Operator

YK Solutions•Millsboro, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Level A Operator supports the overall operation of a water treatment system and environmental compliance program. The role includes overseeing required monitoring and reporting of sample results in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations; operating the water treatment system; maintaining the maintenance schedule; responding to repairs; keeping compliance records; and performing process-control laboratory work. The operator is expected to understand most aspects of system operations and be able to rebuild all pumps and equipment. The position requires a Level III wastewater license and at least two years in a position of Direct Responsible Charge.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Science or Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent credit hours in another curriculum approved by the board.
Four years of acceptable operating experience in wastewater facilities of Class II or higher.
At least two years of experience in a position of Direct Responsible Charge.
Level III wastewater license.
Ability to rebuild all pumps and equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist in controlling the overall environmental compliance program for the water treatment system.
Oversee required monitoring and reporting of sample results required by federal, state, and local regulations.
Follow safety requirements, including using PPE and preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions.
Follow Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and address Process Safety Management-related matters.
Operate the water treatment system, maintain the maintenance schedule, and respond to repairs.
Maintain compliance records.
Perform process-control laboratory work.
Rebuild pumps and equipment.