WRRF Operator I

Renewable Water Resources (ReWa)•Simpsonville, SC

About The Position

The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the position as necessary. 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. Management may assign additional duties as trained for and qualified to do so related to the work of the position as necessary.

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.