Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV

City of Charlotte

2d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to the City of Charlotte, a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to delivering quality public services and promoting the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents. Charlotte Water, an enterprise department of the City of Charlotte, is one of the largest public water and sewer service providers in the southeast. We are seeking competent, skilled candidates with a customer service focus to work in a team environment. This position assists in the operation of the wastewater treatment plant, involving working an assigned shift, learning plant equipment and processes, monitoring equipment and processes for proper operations, following safety rules and protocols, maintaining records, and making rounds of assigned processes.

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 the science of wastewater treatment.
Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
Skill in basic math.
Skill in using computers and job-related software.
Skill in basic problem solving techniques.
The work is medium work and requires applying 30 pounds of force frequently and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.
Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, distinguishing among sounds, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, expressing ideas by spoken word, shouting above noises, visual activity in data/color/observations/equipment/inspections, and walking.

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 and dosage, wasting rates, 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, centrifuges, 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.
Perform work and tasks in a safe manner as to not cause unnecessary stop of work.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.