WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR III

City of Amarillo • Edgewater, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under indirect supervision on an assigned shift, participates in the operation and quality control of a Wastewater Treatment Plant. Responsible for the quality of effluent as set by Federal, State, and City regulations. Acts as responsible shift operator in charge. Shift work and weekends.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• A minimum of three years of experience in the operations and maintenance of a Wastewater Treatment Plant
• At least 100 hours of training approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
• TCEQ Class B Wastewater Treatment Certification required
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required
• Ability to operate small office equipment, including calculator, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
• Ability to operate and make minor repairs to small hand tools, small pieces of equipment, PH meters, analytical balances and CL2 safety equipment.
• Ability to safely drive a pick-up truck.

Responsibilities

• Makes periodic rounds of the plant to assure that the plant process is operating properly.
• Monitors and records the flow through the plant.
• Collects samples for laboratory analysis.
• Performs standard tests for operations control.
• Maintains records for operations control of the plant (every 2 hours).
• Checks all pumps, motors, engines, and blowers and associated equipment.
• Fills out maintenance request forms on equipment not operating properly.
• Reports the status of the plant to the supervisor.
• Maintains flow distribution to; industrial, equalization, digestion, sludge, etc.
• Removes debris from clarifier as needed.
• Communicates to the oncoming operator the plant status and any hazards.
• Responsible for training lesser grade operators.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We are committed to providing the highest quality services to our community, and we believe that starts with our team.
• As a city, we are dedicated to supporting our employees and providing opportunities for growth and development.
• Our mission is to create a safe, prosperous, and thriving community, and we know that starts with attracting and retaining the best talent.
• We are proud of our city and the work we do, and we are excited to welcome you to explore career opportunities with us.

What This Job Offers

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