$2000 SIGNING BONUS

General Statement of Duties

SCHEDULE: 3rd SHIFT TUES-SAT/ 10PM-6AM*

Performs

entry level

operational, laboratory, and maintenance functions in a water and

/or

wastewater treatment plant.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs a variety of

entry level

operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties designed to produce safe treatment of potable water, and disposal of domestic and commercial waste materials

.

Work is performed on an assigned or rotating shift

.

Work includes

monitoring

the plants operation through observation, mechanical readings and the results of standard chemical and biological tests and to make necessary adjustments in the process as conditions or test results dictate

.

Other duties include performing standard laboratory duties and tests and

assisting

with plant and facilities maintenance

.

Work also includes substantial record keeping or work activities

.

Employees are subject to hazards associated with wastewater and plant operations including working both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, working in small spaces such as sewer pipes, and oils. Workers may

be required

to wear respirators when working around chlorine tanks

.

Work around wastewater is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens

.

Work is performed under general supervision and reviewed by observation, conference, and reviewing records for adherence to operations standards, instructions, and safety practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

Makes regular tours of plant and checks bar screens, engines, generators, pumps, settling tanks, filters, clarifiers, chlorinators, and other equipment for proper functioning.

Records data from various meters,

gauges

and dials; logs daily, weekly, and monthly activities.

Performs standard laboratory chemical and biological tests.

Performs general preventative and scheduled maintenance;

assists

on major maintenance and repairs.

Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers,

valves

and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.

Performs routine building maintenance including cleaning, and painting.

Orders parts and supplies using the requisition system.

Collects water and wastewater samples.

Performs related duties as

required

.

Minimum Education and Experience
SCHEDULE: 3rd SHIFT TUES-SAT/ 10PM-6AM*

W

TP OPERATOR TRAINEE:

High School Diploma or GED and six months to one year of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

Employee must obtain Water Operators Grade C certificate from the state within one year.

WTP OPERATOR I:

High School Diploma or GED and one to two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment, preferably in a water treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

Requires grade C water certification.

WTP OPERATOR II:

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