Wastewater Operator I

City of Meridian • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs basic plant operational activities such as rounds, equipment service, equipment cleaning, and basic troubleshooting. This position is responsible for the operation of a Class IV advanced tertiary wastewater treatment plant. This role is responsible for implementing the operating procedures of the City of Meridian’s Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility, ensuring compliance with all local, federal and state environmental requirements. This position is directly responsible for evaluating and changing operational control settings with considerable independence. Operates and inspects facility to ensure that equipment is performing at optimal efficiency. This position works as part of a team of Wastewater Operators. Work is performed under general oversight and requires independent judgment, forward thinking and initiative.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid State of Idaho Driver’s License and safe driving record
• Possession of an Idaho Class I Wastewater Treatment Operator license or OIT, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Must possess valid work authorization in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at a Wastewater Treatment Facility is desired.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic plant operational activities such as rounds, equipment service, equipment cleaning, and basic troubleshooting.
• Responsible for the operation of a Class IV advanced tertiary wastewater treatment plant.
• Implements the operating procedures of the City of Meridian’s Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility, ensuring compliance with all local, federal and state environmental requirements.
• Evaluates and changes operational control settings with considerable independence.
• Operates and inspects facility to ensure that equipment is performing at optimal efficiency.
• Works as part of a team of Wastewater Operators.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED