Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

11h•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in the operation of the wastewater treatment plant. Work involves working an assigned shift at the plant; learning from other operators about plant equipment and/or processes; and assisting with monitoring equipment and processes for proper operations. This position follows safety rules and protocols; maintains records; and makes rounds of the specific process or processes assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
Requires NC Grade I Wastewater Operator Certification (or obtain within one year of hire).
Requires NC Grade II Wastewater Operator Certification (or obtain within two years of hire).
Requires NC Grade III Wastewater Operator Certification (or obtain within four years of hire).
Requires NC Grade IV Wastewater Operator Certification (or obtain within six years of hire).
Knowledge of a few basic information technology (IT) terms and methods.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment.
Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias
Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement.
Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Nice To Haves

Desires Grade I Wastewater Operator license.

Responsibilities

Performs process control activities by collecting, testing, and analyzing process control samples; analyzing biological bacteria; conducting settle-ability tests; collecting composite samples; monitoring sludge blanket levels; using automatic samplers for permit compliance; and running additional tests as needed to ensure proper process control.
Monitors SCADA computer workstations for plant equipment and process conditions; maintains flows and loading by continuously monitoring dissolved oxygen, MLSS, return activated sludge rates, ammonia levels, suspended solids levels, alkalinity levels, chlorine residuals, UV dosage, wasting rates, raw sludge flows, digester temperatures and levels, chemical feed rates, methane gas pressure and flows, and other process indicators.
Operates the plant by: inspecting a wide range of various wastewater equipment for noise, vibration, and any abnormal operating characteristics; performing minor maintenance and preventive maintenance tasks; adjusting flows and chemical feed rates; completing rounds and recording operational data; monitoring SCADA data for daily trends; operating various type pumping systems, aeration systems, bar screens, grit systems, sand filters, Belt Filter Press, Gravity Belt Thickeners, and other plant equipment; briefing other operators at shift change; and assisting maintenance staff with shut down and startup of equipment.
Performs administrative and housekeeping duties by: reading and studying the plant O&M manuals and SOP’s; participating in hands-on training; maintaining daily log entries; completing required housekeeping tasks; completing monthly safety checks; and obtaining a Grade I Wastewater Operator license.
Conducts interactions involving exchange and receipt of information.
Updates database information; collects data; and maintains records.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.