Water Reclamation Operator IV (may underfill I, II, III)

Salt Lake City Corporation

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbent operates and maintains various types of wastewater treatment equipment and pre-treatment equipment to meet permit and environmental requirements. This is a key position that requires advanced knowledge of wastewater treatment. Assists in development of standard operating instruction (SOI), assists Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Operations staff with completion job specific competencies, and trains on chemical feed system procedures. Works closely with the WRF Process Control Analyst to monitor and adjust treatment processes. In addition, the WRF Operator IV acts as the WRF Shift Supervisor or WRF Process Control Analyst as needed. Position is required to work shift work on a rotating schedule as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to apply knowledge, skills, and understanding of basic principles of math, chemistry, mechanics, and general science.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Certification from the State of Utah within 18 months of hire.
Ability to perform occasional heavy lifting; inspect operation of equipment; detect and repair problem situations; understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Possession of a valid driver’s license or Utah driving privilege card.
Ability to wear respiratory protection devices.
Six months of work experience in wastewater treatment operations and/or maintenance.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, and equipment used in wastewater treatment.
Working knowledge of mathematics, chemistry and bacteriology relating to wastewater treatment.
Ability to prepare and perform routine laboratory tests, calibrate and adjust equipment.
Ability to operate computerized process control system; prepare and maintain computerized records, correspondence, and reports.
Possession of Grade II Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah.
Possession of an unrestricted Grade II Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah within 2 years of obtaining the position of Water Reclamation Facility Operator II.
Two years of work experience in wastewater treatment operations and/or maintenance.
Possession of Grade III Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah.
Possession of unrestricted Grade III Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah within 4 years of obtaining the position of Water Reclamation Facility Operator III.
Three years of work experience in wastewater treatment operations and/or maintenance.
Possession of a Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah.
Possession of an unrestricted Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah within 6 years of obtaining the position of Water Reclamation Facility Operator IV.

Nice To Haves

Post-high school technical training in the water or wastewater field.
Possession of a Utah Class B Commercial Driver’s License
Possession of Grade II Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification from the State of Utah.
Six months previous work experience in wastewater treatment operations and/or maintenance.
Working knowledge of chemistry, algebra, physics, and mechanics related to wastewater treatment.
Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment, as related to wastewater treatment.
A Utah Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Takes readings and records all gauges, meters, and indicators of water, gas and power flow.
Makes required adjustments as directed.
Keeps the facility clean and in top operating condition.
Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment or circuits as directed.
Operates chemical feeding equipment and other mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, compressors, chlorinators, digesters, and emergency generators.
Identifies and reports operational and equipment issues to supervisor.
Checks all mechanisms in process including but not limited pumps, filters, digesters, aerators, screens, rag rakes, grit chambers, compressors, blowers, boilers, generators, chemical feed systems, basins, clarifiers, thickeners, methane gas systems, augers, and associated equipment.
May perform duties of a general maintenance worker.
May service, repair and replace various types of electrical and mechanical equipment.
Performs routine sampling and testing relative to processes as directed.
Calculates dosage and flow rates.
Makes appropriate adjustments based on results.
Operates various types of heavy equipment, as qualified, including front-end loader, vactor trucks, and forklifts.
Assists in the handling and transporting of biosolids, as well as handling and transporting of materials associated with wastewater treatment.
Uses computer to input and retrieve data and to monitor facility processes.
Maintains facility security.
Operates and monitors CCTV system.
Notifies law enforcement of security issues as necessary.
Observes camera monitor; confronts unauthorized persons.
Notifies law enforcement as necessary.
Ability to make general process calculations, keep accurate records and prepare reports.
Follow operational and safety procedures involving a wide array of wastewater treatment equipment.
Establish and effective working relationships with supervisors, colleagues and the public.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Operates wastewater treatment process equipment, including pumps, filters, digesters, aerators, screens, rag rakes, grit chambers, compressors, blowers, boilers, generators, chemical feed systems, basins, clarifiers, thickeners, methane gas systems, augers, and associated equipment according to facility guidelines and procedures.
Monitors control panels, and the condition and operation of all system components.
Uses computers to input and retrieve data.
Trends equipment status, flows, temperatures, and adjusts based on operational parameters using supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system.
Checks equipment and processes for unusual operating conditions.
Operates chemical feeding equipment according to safety standards and regulations.
Collects samples for laboratory analysis.
Conducts process control tests such as chlorine residual, dissolved oxygen (DO) and makes appropriate adjustments based on observed results and established procedures.
Assists with facility maintenance, repairs or installation work as required.
Changes chlorine cylinders and uses special tools, materials, and procedures to contain chlorine leaks until the fire department or other assistance arrives.
Disassembles, and reassembles treatment process equipment, to inspect, clean, and replace defective parts.
Performs wash-down procedures in assigned areas, using steam cleaning equipment, bucket or brush and disinfectant.
Cleans pipes and pumps, and removes snow and ice from walkways, basins, lines and other plant surfaces or equipment.
Attends training classes and completes educational programs according to facility guidelines.
Provides active, structured, supportive field training and coaching of WRF operations staff towards achieving confident demonstration of proficient execution of job duties and tasks.
Assist with Process Control Lab (PCL) training.
Assists supervisor in the submittal of work order request using computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and helps ensure that all Preventive Maintenance (PM’s) are completed in a safe, precise, and timely manner.
Uses water information management solutions (WIMS) to troubleshoot process issues and generates reports.