Water Treatment Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in the operations of a wastewater treatment system.
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Knowledge of how each unit process fits in the overall wastewater treatment process.
• Skill in independently operating duty stations assigned.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of equipment and process troubleshooting at the plant.
• Knowledge of proper use of laboratory and sampling equipment e.g. meter calibration and flow-proportional sampler set-up.
• Knowledge of process instrumentation control concepts.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings for process equipment.
• Knowledge of concepts and skills related to safety including: confined space entry, personal protective equipment, process safety management, etc.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of regulations pertaining to permit compliance.
• Basic computer skills associated with computerized process control and monitoring systems.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class II ABC certification or equivalent class from Maryland (Class 2) or Virginia (Class 3).
• Must possess and maintain a current valid Motor Vehicle Operating License and DC Water Vehicle Endorsement.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Subject to indoor and/or outdoor environmental conditions that include exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures.
• Subject to atmospheric conditions that may adversely affect the respiratory system and general health or skin such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, toxic and carcinogenic liquids, vapors, and gases, or poor ventilation, or to exposure to oils, other solvents, raw sewage, activated sludge, and lubricants.
• Working conditions varies with duty station, but will include shift work, work in process areas, and work in other locations.

Responsibilities

• Operates all process equipment using manual and/or computer controls.
• Collects composite samples from all phases of the various treatment processes.
• Performs laboratory analysis, makes process control calculations, and implements controls to ensure compliance with Federal law.
• Is responsible for the proper operation of the treatment processes and equipment.
• Evaluates data and maintains detailed records of process control analysis and various meter readings.
• Troubleshoots operational problems including process microbiology.
• Performs minor preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment, including plant instrumentation.
• Unloads liquid and dry chemicals, receives and stores, handles, dilutes, mixes, meters, directs flow and monitors all chemical systems at plant.
• Provides assistance and guidance to lower grade and new employees.
• Keeps all work areas clean.
• Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.