WRRF Operator I

Renewable Water Resources (ReWa)•Greenville, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The WRRF Operator I position is responsible for monitoring and performing daily operations of the wastewater treatment plant to ensure efficient operation and compliance with permitted limits. This role involves inspecting equipment, adjusting operational parameters, monitoring process data, collecting samples, conducting laboratory tests, and coordinating solids handling. The operator will also identify and report safety issues, assist with troubleshooting technical problems, perform preventive maintenance, and advise superiors of operational issues. Additionally, the role requires maintaining accurate work records, responding to inquiries, and serving on-call as scheduled. Continuous learning through conferences, meetings, and training is expected. Management may assign additional duties as the operator is trained and qualified.

Requirements

Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training.
Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience working at a biological wastewater treatment facility.
Must possess a minimum of an ‘’D’’ Biological Wastewater Operator license.
Must obtain a “C” Biological Wastewater Operator license within one (1) year.

Responsibilities

Monitors and performs all daily wastewater treatment plant operations.
Ensures WRRF is operating efficiently and in a manner that maintains compliance with all applicable permitted limits.
Inspects equipment and processes to determine efficiency of operations, maintenance requirements, and cleanliness.
Starts up, shuts down, regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, compressors, grinders, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
Calibrates meters; monitors and adjusts chemical rates as necessary.
Monitors process data and enters data into computer system daily.
Collects samples and conducts routine laboratory tests, records results and calibrates laboratory equipment.
Coordinates solids handling procedures.
Identifies and reports/corrects safety issues.
Assists in troubleshooting technical and mechanical problems.
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and assists with the repair and modification of equipment as needed.
Advises superiors of unusual operating problems.
Prepares and maintains accurate and complete work records.
Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.
Serves on call as scheduled to ensure uninterrupted service for customers.
Attends conferences, meetings, training, seminars, etc., as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.