Water-Wastewater Operator II

Under general supervision, performs routine tasks related to the operation of water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.

Maintains plant compliance with EPA standards and state water Commission.

Performs general cleaning of grounds and buildings.

Ensures plant safety and sanitary requirements.Department

Operations

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Supervisor's Title

Area Manager, or as assigned.

Who we are

Water is the common thread that connects us all.

We deliver vital, safe and reliable services which enable our communities to thrive.

Through infrastructure investment and Operational Excellence, we safeguard our natural resources for today and future generations.

We've got this!

The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Water-Wastewater Operator II based in Brevard, NC.

This role is under general supervision, performs routine tasks related to the operation of water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.

Maintains plant compliance with EPA standards and state water Commission.

Performs general cleaning of grounds and buildings.

Ensures plant safety and sanitary requirements.

What you'll do

Essential Functions


* Operates and maintains water and/or wastewater treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental protection limits.


* Monitors and samples well and groundwater upon entry to the system.

Adjusts treatment levels when below-standard variances are detected.

Samples water prior to exiting system.


* Detects and reports atypical conditions, such as: damaged, malfunctioning and tampered meters, detecting and reporting leaks, high/low consumption, exposed wiring and other safety hazards.


* Conducts ongoing repairs to equipment, or shuts down equipment for more extensive maintenance and repair, activating alternate equipment as needed.

Requests services of outside maintenance vendor for major repairs and overhauls.


* Activates pumps, valves and other processing equipment to move water through various treatment processes.

Disposes of waste materials removed from water in line with Company procedures and government controls.


* Assists Lead Operator with emergency procedures in the event of overflow or spill of chemicals or unpurified water.

Follows safety protocol.


* Adds chemicals to water by predetermined formula.

Advises Lead Operator when minimum inventory levels of these materials have been reached.


* Reads and interprets meters and gauges on central control panel, or at individual machines or stages in the treatment process.

Adjusts controls as needed.

Retrieves computer reports on treatment process.


* Prepares reports and maintains logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage, and all other recordkeeping requirements; maintains various Company records and other reports as required by the state.


* Back-washes filters and basins; handles chlorine in a safe, effective manner; assures proper working order of chlorine-related equipment.
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