Wastewater Treatment Operator

Alsco Uniforms•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Wastewater Treatment Operator performs sampling, monitoring, testing, installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair work related to wastewater treatment systems, sewer lines, the physical plant, pump stations, and associated equipment. The role supports regulatory compliance for wastewater treatment, storm water, and sludge management, and responds to plant and pump station emergencies and breakdowns. The operator works in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations and communicates with the Chief Operator about treatment processes, pump station operations and malfunctions, and recommended repairs or improvements. The position also involves occasional support for other branch personnel, driving to procure parts, and transporting equipment and materials. Work may take place in industrial, outdoor, office, and confined or hazardous environments. Duties must be performed efficiently and accurately, with or without reasonable accommodation, without creating significant safety threats to the employee or others. The listed duties describe the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and a driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding, or other safety violations.
At least 2 years of related experience.
Computer literacy in Word and Excel.
Team-player qualities, enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work, and dedication to continual quality improvement.
Good leadership and problem-solving ability.
Ability to carry, lift, pull, and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; heavier items require assistance.
Ability to climb and work on extension, A-frame, and stepladders within ladder and fall-protection equipment capacity limits.
Adequate respiratory function to use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
Ability to detect and differentiate colors.
Ability to work in close or tight spaces, including hot or humid conditions; in and around channels, tanks, and sumps containing treated or partially treated wastewater; around hazardous materials, high-pressure water, pressurized chemical systems, and airborne contaminants; alone for extended periods; in low illumination; and at heights of six feet or more.
Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and accurately, with or without reasonable accommodation, without causing significant safety threats to self or others.
Successful completion of a background and safety-sensitive drug screening is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in wastewater treatment.

Responsibilities

Perform sampling, monitoring, and testing required to comply with Federal, State, and Local regulations for wastewater treatment, storm water, and sludge management.
Assist with installation and inspection of new sewer lines and services.
Install, maintain, and repair the physical plant, pump stations, and their components.
Assist with regular and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on plant equipment and machinery.
Be on call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the plant and pump stations.
Conduct required weekend treatment plant checks on a rotating basis.
Perform all work in conformance with Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations.
Maintain open communication with the Chief Operator about the treatment process, pump station operations and malfunctions, and recommendations for repairs and improvements.
Work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
Drive to pick up parts and transport equipment and materials.