Water Reclamation Plant Operator(Vacancy)

City of Columbus • Columbus, OH

408d • $59,446 - $75,483

About The Position

The Water Reclamation Plant Operator position at the City of Columbus involves operating and monitoring water reclamation treatment and biosolids processing equipment at the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant. This role is essential for ensuring the effective treatment of wastewater and the proper disposal of biosolids, contributing to the city's environmental sustainability efforts.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) State of Ohio Class I, II, III, or IV Wastewater Operator certificate for wastewater treatment works.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with computerized monitoring systems in wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge of biosolids processing and disposal methods.

Responsibilities

• Operate a computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) to monitor the flow and processing of reclaimed water, biosolids, and effluent.
• Monitor water reclamation treatment and biosolids processing equipment such as pumps, motors, air compressors, blowers, thickeners, valves, and gates.
• Make adjustments or changes manually or by remote control to regulate the flow of reclaimed water.
• Log and interpret readings from computers, meters, gauges, charts, and instruments; observe and report variations in visual appearance, sounds, or smells.
• Start and stop pumps, engines, and generators to control the flow and processing of reclaimed water via computer or operator interface terminals.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of shift operations; record meter and gauge readings.
• Monitor and control the application and supply of chemicals, dissolved oxygen, or other materials to the treatment and processing of sewage and biosolids.
• Collect sewage samples and check autosamplers for proper operational requirements.
• Communicate with others performing operations and/or maintenance tasks via phone or two-way radio.
• Prepare maintenance repair requests and perform minor equipment maintenance including lubrication and light painting.
• Operate an incinerator and perform inspections and operational tasks as necessary to maintain burner control.
• Clean work area including stairs, equipment, floors, and conveyor belts; pick up trash.
• Train less experienced operators in functions of specific operational area.
• Perform field tests such as ammonia concentration-level assessment, percent total solids, temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, and other related tests.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed