Wastewater System Technician I

Anne Arundel County•Utility Operations, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting will be used to fill full-time, permanent, Safety Sensitive, Wastewater Systems Technician I positions in the Utility Operations, in the Department of Public Works. This Wastewater Systems Technician I position is work at the entry level. This position is part of a proficiency series and individuals could advance to the II (intermediate) and III (full performance) levels based on obtainment of necessary skills. Advancement through the Wastewater Systems Technician classification series (Water/Wastewater Systems Tech I, II and III) is achieved through the acquisition and certification of a wide range of skills and knowledge requirements in the area of Wastewater operations and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems. As an employee acquires the various required skills of the position, they may advance through the three levels of the classification series regardless of time in the position. The unique nature of the Wastewater Systems Technician classification series makes this position attractive to both entry-level and experienced personnel. An internal training and certification program is provided.

Requirements

Graduation from high school
Two (2) or more years of experience in a facility plant operations, laboratory work, or mechanical, electrical or instrumentation maintenance work
A temporary Class 5A wastewater collection system operator's license
A valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license
Ability to administer CPR.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems.
Experience in mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

Operating, maintaining, monitoring, and adjusting wastewater treatment plants, booster or sewage pumping station equipment.
Observes all Federal, State and County safety rules, regulations and procedures.
Performs administrative tasks, such as, work orders, inventory, etc.
Responds to customer inquiries and complaints, and resolves customer problems.
Conducts preventive maintenance on treatment plant, wastewater pump or water booster station equipment.
Creates, reviews, analyzes and submits spreadsheets, graphing, and monthly operating and regulatory reports.
Reviews, creates, and updates Standard Operating Procedures for operating and maintenance procedures of treatment plants and sewage pump stations or water booster stations.
Performs and reviews results of laboratory testing, sample types, and collection methods for compliance with established standards and guidelines.
Contributes to the development of performance measurements.
Conducts sampling duties in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Conducts a variety of process tests.
Monitors sludge levels in process tanks.
Cleans service area equipment such as process floats, tanks, weirs, walls scum collectors, cascades, and distribution boxes.
Assists with mechanical preventative and corrective maintenance of process equipment, valves, and structures at treatment plants, and sewage pumping station, and water booster stations.
Conducts instrumentation and electrical corrective preventative maintenance.
Conducts service area equipment and plant vehicles preventative maintenance.
Conducts general housekeeping, buildings and ground maintenance at treatment plants, pump or booster stations.
Performs related duties as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.