Ww Plant Operator I

City Of Taylor • Taylor, TX

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About The Position

The Wastewater Plant Operator I maintains and operates the City's wastewater treatment plant system safely, effectively, and efficiently, requiring technical expertise. The position reports to the Wastewater Plant Supervisor and is non-supervisory. It involves daily contact with other department personnel and contractors, and occasional contact with the general public. The operator must be able to take on-call assignments.

The role includes conducting chemical and laboratory tests, monitoring and adjusting plant equipment, maintaining equipment and facilities, and collecting samples for analysis. Duties may include other tasks as assigned. The job description notes that the listed duties describe current work and that accommodation may be possible.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Some knowledge of water and wastewater operations.
• Knowledge of chemicals and technical equipment.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR procedures.
• Knowledge of Texas Water Commission and EPA guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions and understand technical courses.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with employees and the general public.
• Ability to maintain appropriate licenses and certifications.
• Ability to read and comprehend operation and training manuals, safety data sheets, blueprints, labels, test instructions and result reporting sheets, memos, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to write daily, weekly, and monthly reports using words, numbers, and abbreviations, and to take notes.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving volume capacity, density, mass, distance, flow rates, slope, dilution, formulas, word problems, percentages, and metric conversions.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
• TCEQ D License in wastewater treatment.
• TCEQ C License in water distribution, or ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire.
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license.
• Must pass a drug test before employment for a commercial driver and safety-sensitive position.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Required to work weekends and holidays, hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on-call after-hours emergencies.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily chemical and laboratory tests, including determining chemical concentrations, taking flow and blower readings, checking meters, and recording data at regular intervals.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment daily.
• Prepare chemical dilutions.
• Monitor equipment, gauges, and meters at regular intervals, make adjustments, and record data.
• Clean and maintain plant equipment, including filters, blowers, contact chambers, wet wells, clarifiers, and pump rooms.
• Clean, repair, and maintain facilities and grounds.
• Collect samples for analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be available for on-call assignments and after-hours emergencies.

What This Job Offers

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