Wastewater Operator

The Operator II is responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment at small to medium sized water/wastewater facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.


* Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater facilities.


* Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment to assure proper operations and documents.

Documents plant performance including daily flow and chemical usage.


* Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.


* Provides customer service functions when necessary.


* Ensures facilities are secure.

Cleans and maintains treatment plant grounds when necessary.


* May communicate with client and customers related to routine technical aspects of operations.


* May coordinate maintenance activities at the treatment facility.


* Other duties as assigned.


* Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

Education/Experience : High School Diploma or GED and 2 years water/wastewater experience.

Licenses/Certifications : Valid Driver's License.

Water/Wastewater Operator's License specific to state and site-specific requirements.

Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.

Technical : Ability to follow manual & operating instructions.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.

Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.

Working knowledge of electrical components.

Communication : Communicates clearly & professionally.

Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.

Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Collaborates with others.

Asks for constructive feedback.

Problem Solving & Quality : Pays attention to detail.

Identifies & solves problems.

Escalates issues accordingly.

Checks work for quality.

Shares suggestions to improve quality & productivity.

Managing for Results : Works independently with minimal supervision.

Takes projects to completion.

Follows all company policies & SOPs.

Manages multiple tasks.

Demonstrates flexibility in workflow & scheduling.

Leadership & Initiative : Demonstrates a positive attitude.

Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.

Takes accountability for own performance.

Willing to take on additional assignments.

Seeks out opportunities for development.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.