Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
About The Position
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is a meaningful opportunity for someone who wants to protect public health as well as the environment. Within this role, you will operate important systems, monitor water quality, and ensure the plant runs safely each day. You will employ hands-on skills, problem-solving, and specialized equipment knowledge to support a facility that serves the entire installation. This role focuses on operating treatment systems, performing maintenance, and ensuring the plant follows environmental rules and safety standards. It involves monitoring equipment, completing lab tests, keeping accurate records, and responding to changing conditions during daily and storm operations.
Requirements
- Successful completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee program and certification as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant; or Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant.
- Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than a Class B, Subclass E, 1 and 4 Certification.
- Possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
- Possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Nice To Haves
- Formal training in wastewater management
- Experience in the operation of a Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)
- Experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of motors, pumps, compressors, valves, filters, and/or other related WWTP equipment
- Experience in performing sampling/testing of plant influent or effluent for environmental protection
Responsibilities
- Operate the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and related systems to maintain safe and efficient performance
- Maintain and repair pumps, motors, filters, disinfection units, and other treatment equipment
- Collect samples, perform lab analysis, complete reports, and follow all laboratory procedures
- Record flows, log daily readings, track chemical use, and maintain compliance documentation
- Follow Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules, apply treatment formulas, and support National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements
- Monitor storm operations, check manholes, coordinate outside sampling, and adjust systems to prevent overflows
Benefits
- The position operates 365 days a year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
