DWM Watershed Plant Operator (South River)

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides continuous, economical, and maintains EPA compliance with the wastewater treatment processes for the citizens of the Atlanta area. Operate, monitor, maintain, and trouble-shoot the wastewater treatment facility and its processes in an effort to prevent violations and to keep the receiving waters safe. This is an experienced, skilled or technical level position, capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the position with limited guidance or review. This level would be considered an influential level for operations and attainable by any incumbents in a work group who possesses the required minimum qualifications and demonstrates the necessary knowledge, ability, and performance. Could be the only position in this specialty work group or could be part of a general or specialized work team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• 3 years of work experience in a wastewater plant or a related area.
• Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License required.
• Class I Wastewater License required.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience desirable.
• Forklift Certification and/or Class B CDL desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of sampling, monitoring and testing required to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations governing the wastewater treatment processes, stormwater, and sludge management.
• May assist in the performance of regularly scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on all plant equipment and machinery.
• Conducts the necessary daily checks of the treatment plant on a rotating basis.
• Performs all work in conformance to Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations.
• On call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the water reclamation center and/or pump stations.
• Trains individuals of proper procedures in operating and maintaining the City's water reclamation centers and/or pump stations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED