Waste Water Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or greater
• Be able to pass mechanical aptitude test
• Manual labor including lifting and carrying objects (50 to 100 lbs.), climbing up and down ladders and manholes, bending, kneeling, and stooping
• A valid Driver’s license
• Operate pumps and other department equipment
• Judge distances, to understand, anticipate, and avoid problems, follow standard operating procedures, interpret written instructions, maps, manuals, and schematics
• Possess a mechanical and technical aptitude, and possess effective oral and written communication skills
• Must follow and understand all safety, health, and environmental regulations and program requirements
• Be able to work in adverse working conditions, weather, chemical, heavy machinery, excessive noise, confined spaces, heights while insure proper safety requirements
• Be able to work any shift including weekends, nights, and call outs

Responsibilities

• Process and complete work orders
• Maintain chemical inventory required for efficient operation
• Maintain plant grounds including lagoons and pits
• Maintain records and reports on the system operation and maintenance
• Mix and apply chemicals
• Operate and maintain plant equipment
• Operate, maintain, and monitor lift stations, pumps, valves, and blowers
• Perform general maintenance, including mowing plant grounds, maintaining parking lots, painting, cleaning, and various other duties as the need arises
• Repair of water line breaks and repairs of sewer lines
• Perform building repairs