Wastewater Operator I
About The Position
Do you have experience in wastewater treatment and are seeking new opportunities? The City of Burlington is seeking a Wastewater Operator I! Who we are: The East Burlington WWTP was put into service in 1959 and upgraded in 1993. It has the capacity to treat 12 million gallons per day (MGD) of domestic and industrial sewage. The treatment facility uses a biological process to separate organic matter from the water. Water is disinfected by the addition of chlorine and dechlorinated before being discharged into the Haw River. Organic matter (biosolids) removed by the process is treated and used as a soil conditioner on area farmland. What you will do: An employee in this class is responsible for monitoring and operating the City's wastewater treatment plant.
Requirements
- Wastewater Treatment Operations Knowledge:Understands the operating characteristics and maintenance needs of wastewater treatment plants, ensuring efficient and safe operations
- Regulatory Awareness:Well-versed in state and federal wastewater treatment rules and regulations to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Safety Protocols & Hazard Management:Knowledgeable about the occupational hazards inherent in wastewater operations, with a strong focus on adhering to safety precautions and maintaining a secure work environment
- Analytical & Testing Skills:Proficient in conducting routine wastewater tests, accurately reading meters, SCADA systems, and charts, and recording results to monitor plant performance and compliance
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency supplemented with additional vocation training in mechanics, electronics, or chemistry andsome experience in wastewater treatment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid North Carolina Driver's License
- Must be able to acquire a grade 1 Wastewater certificate within 6 months of employment.
Responsibilities
- Conducts regular tours of the plant to ensure optimal functioning of bar screens, grit collector, engines, generators, pumps, aerators, settling tanks, filters, clarifiers, cooling systems, water filters, and other equipment
- Records readings from SCADA, meters, and instruments to ensure accurate data collection
- Adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and apparatus based on dynamic plant conditions
- Applies chemicals and monitors their effects on plant operations to maintain system stability
- Collects state and process control samples for lab analysis and conducts routine tests to monitor treatment efficiency
- Skims floatables from settling tanks, cleans bar screens, disposes of sand and debris, and washes basins and clarifiers for optimal plant performance
- Assists Lead Operators with minor repairs and preventive maintenance tasks as required
- Answers calls, addresses inquiries, and provides responsive customer service as needed
- Performs all necessary wastewater and plant duties to maintain seamless operations and plant integrity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
