Plant Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Knowledge of and ability to apply basic chemistry and mathematical principles.
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret charts, flow diagrams, maintenance manuals, and instructions.
• Ability to perform mechanical repairs.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Must be able to read and interpret lab data.
• Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, e-mail and the internet.
• Must possess and exhibit the skills necessary to operate assigned tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Must have the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Must have the ability to complete tasks as assigned.
• Ability to work in a team environment, contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
• Ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires Class D Wastewater Treatment license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 6 months of hire and Class C Wastewater Treatment license from TCEQ within 18 months of hire (for Apprentice).
• Requires the physical ability to perform assigned tasks at the City of Grapevine’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.
• Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, pulmonary function test, and functional assessment screening (Level 2).
• Knowledge and understanding of standard wastewater treatment plant equipment (pumps, motors, valves, ultraviolet light disinfection, dewatering equipment, safety etc.) (for Operator I).
• Must have the ability to follow both written, verbal instructions and math skills sufficient to work with complicated formulas, equipment, chemicals, instruments, wastewater laboratory related equipment, and computers (for Operator I).
• High school diploma or equivalent, minimum of a valid state issued Class C Wastewater Treatment license (for Operator I).
• Two years’ experience at a wastewater treatment plant using aerobic treatment methods (for Operator I).
• May substitute one-year experience for 100 hours of training classes in wastewater treatment provided by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) or TCEQ accredited schools (for Operator I).

Responsibilities

• Assists the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator as an apprentice performing duties as assigned.
• Performs various assigned duties at the Wastewater Treatment Facility in order to learn critical elements of safety, wastewater treatment and plant operations.
• Conducts wastewater quality analysis including, wastewater sample collection, testing and interpretation, maintaining prescribed standards or modifying as necessary.
• Monitors and maintains plant equipment, pumps, motors and the Supervisory Control and Data Accession (SCADA) system as necessary.
• Records wastewater quality and plant operating information on standard reports capturing significant wastewater quality information for decision making.
• Monitors and adjusts plant instrumentation, chemical levels, line pressures, pump functions, and chemical doses.
• Maintains a clean and safe plant work area.
• Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
• Performs various plant operating duties associated with the efficient operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility from guidelines and standards provided by the Chief Plant Operator.
• Conducts laboratory analysis – analyses, monitors, collects, calculates, and records wastewater samples during treatment and makes biological modifications through treatment process.
• Monitors and records plant operations involving wastewater flows, chemical additives, preventive and repair maintenance, instrumentation operation, operation and adjustment of pumps, operates dewatering equipment, wastewater analysis, and facility record keeping.
• Conducts preventive equipment maintenance activities - grease, repair, adjust, clean, paint, calibrate, lubricate, etc. plant equipment and instrumentation.
• Includes sweeping and cleaning inside work areas and cleanliness of treatment facility.
• Records instrument and equipment readings, making necessary calculations.
• Records results and reports abnormal situations to supervisor and files records.
• May operate Supervisory Control and Data Accession (SCADA) computer system.