Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City of Big Spring•Big Spring, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. Essential duties and functions may include the following. Monitors treatment process and makes necessary adjustments as indicated by current conditions. Monitors performance of machinery and equipment used to control the treatment process; makes process control decisions. Inspects valves, pumps, gauges and other plant or lift station equipment on a regular basis. Prepares inspection sheets, logs, and flow charts; prepares daily reports of analysis and test results for laboratory and regulatory agencies; maintains records; enters data to computer. Tends influent pumps, blowers, feed pumps, dry and wet chemical feeders, aerators, telescopic settings, wet well, and other equipment used to decontaminate wastewater; reads and records effluent flow meter. Inspects and cleans filters, tanks, clarifier weirs, and bar screens. Changes out chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders for chlorinating/dechlorinating units. Collects samples and completes chemical tests/analysis such as biochemical oxygen demand, dissolved oxygen, suspended solids, biomonitoring, and pH of in-process treatment of water/wastewater; Calculates chemical dosages and adds chemicals to maintain proper pH in aeration basin. Determines and performs sludge wasting from aeration basin and aerobic digester. Operates belt press as directed. Conduct periodic checks of plant operational equipment. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment; assists in repair of equipment, including lift stations. Maintains sludge drying beds. Performs routine cleaning of equipment, grounds, and work areas. Performs housekeeping and grounds maintenance duties; maintains the sprinkler system. Performs routine electrical work. Performs routine and preventative maintenance and repairs on all wastewater treatment equipment and lift stations Performs routine welding, cutting and fabrication as needed. Ensures proper operation and routine maintenance of sewage pumping stations. Operates backhoe to load trucks with solid waste; operates dump truck to haul sludge to disposal areas. May be on call after hours to respond to emergencies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate within one year of hire.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate within three (3) years of hire.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Class B CDL issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated within ninety (90) days of hire.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and repair the City’s wastewater treatment plant and lift stations.
Monitor treatment process and make necessary adjustments based on current conditions.
Monitor performance of machinery and equipment used to control the treatment process and make process control decisions.
Inspect valves, pumps, gauges, and other plant or lift station equipment regularly.
Prepare inspection sheets, logs, and flow charts.
Prepare daily reports of analysis and test results for laboratory and regulatory agencies.
Maintain records and enter data into the computer.
Tend influent pumps, blowers, feed pumps, dry and wet chemical feeders, aerators, telescopic settings, wet well, and other equipment used to decontaminate wastewater.
Read and record effluent flow meter.
Inspect and clean filters, tanks, clarifier weirs, and bar screens.
Change out chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders for chlorinating/dechlorinating units.
Collect samples and complete chemical tests/analysis (e.g., biochemical oxygen demand, dissolved oxygen, suspended solids, biomonitoring, pH).
Calculate chemical dosages and add chemicals to maintain proper pH in the aeration basin.
Determine and perform sludge wasting from aeration basin and aerobic digester.
Operate belt press as directed.
Conduct periodic checks of plant operational equipment.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment, including assisting in repairs of lift stations.
Maintain sludge drying beds.
Perform routine cleaning of equipment, grounds, and work areas.
Perform housekeeping and grounds maintenance duties, including maintaining the sprinkler system.
Perform routine electrical work.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance and repairs on all wastewater treatment equipment and lift stations.
Perform routine welding, cutting, and fabrication as needed.
Ensure proper operation and routine maintenance of sewage pumping stations.
Operate backhoe to load trucks with solid waste.
Operate dump truck to haul sludge to disposal areas.
Respond to emergencies after hours as needed (on call).
Perform other duties as assigned.