Wastewater Operator Technician

City of Lancaster•Pa, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Explore a rewarding career with the City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania! Spanning just 7 square miles in south Central Pennsylvania, the City of Lancaster is home to nearly 60,000 diverse residents. The City oversees a range of public services including fire and police, health, housing, parks, streets, as well as water and wastewater for upwards of 120,000 customers in the surrounding region. This work is powered by nearly 600 employees who are committed to the core values of quality, teamwork, integrity, and respect. Mayor Arroyo’s Strategic Priorities An Economy That Works - Driving equitable growth, empowering small businesses, and creating opportunities that strengthen our community. Government That Delivers - Leading with integrity, accountability, and action to meet the needs of every resident and build trust in our city’s future. A City Built for Everyone - Ensuring safe streets, quality housing, and a community where every person has the tools they need to succeed. Our Core Values: Quality. Teamwork. Integrity. Respect.

Requirements

Possession of a current, valid motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required.
Knowledge of safe practices related to Public Works.
Considerable knowledge of the operation of mechanical and electrical equipment and the operational and safety hazards associated with this equipment is required.
Some knowledge of chemistry and biology as applied to wastewater and sludge treatment.
Working knowledge of all plant computer monitoring and control systems including lime stabilization areas is required.
Proven ability to take readings, check records and make mathematical computations is required.
Successful completion of a work-related plant operator test administered by the Bureau of Human Resources is required.
Ability to operate a vehicle on private and public streets is required.
Proven ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English is required.
Ability to read and write legibly.
Proven ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate successfully with others is required.
Proven ability to adapt to new or changed situations and to show flexibility in making improvements in work processes and operations is required.
Proven ability to exhibit customer-centered behaviors and to focus on customer needs is required.
Proven ability to commit to excellence in service and to continuous improvement is required.
Requires standing, bending, walking, sitting and climbing in the performance of duties up to eight (8) or more hours a day.
Works around motorized or moving equipment and machinery.
Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
Requires the operation of automotive vehicles and other power equipment.
Requires working under adverse conditions, which may involve unpleasant odors.
Applicants must possess valid employment authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must have the ability to work on-site at City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania locations.

Nice To Haves

A High School diploma, completion of vocational school or a GED accompanied with at least three (3) years experience as a wastewater plant operator or sludge technician is preferred
a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, chemistry or related field is highly desirable.
Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and methods used in the treatment and sludge processes of a wastewater treatment plant is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates wastewater treatment equipment and all phases of sludge treatment.
Follows Standard Operating procedures and follows safe practices in the performance of duties.
Monitors the plant SCADA system.
Operates wastewater treatment and plant equipment, including raw sewage pumps, motors, grit chambers, mechanical and manual screens, clarifiers, valves and oxygen generation system.
Regulates and adjusts motors, flow meters, chlorinators, pumps and valves.
Takes samples and performs calculations according to regulations set forth by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Takes various readings from equipment and makes appropriate entries in plant logs.
Operates the computer system to monitor and control the plant sludge process.
Operates all phases of sludge treatment, including the use of pumps, thickening, belt presses, and lime stabilization process equipment and chemical conditioning
Assists with all maintenance repairs in the mechanical and electrical fields as required.
Performs shift maintenance of all sludge handling and operations.
Operates sludge processing equipment as directed.
Performs custodial duties as assigned.