Operator in Training - Wastewater Facility

Description

• Performs a variety of unskilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift; does related work as required; has no supervisory capacity.
• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
• Operates, repairs, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment plant's facilities.
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes.
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels.
• Observes and reports abnormalities to supervisor.
• Performs routine maintenance and servicing work in the water/wastewater treatment plant.
• Performs routine laboratory tests.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
• Takes samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses.
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings.
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties.

Requirements

• Must be able to ascend and descend up to 1,100 stair steps per 8-hour shift.
• Diagnose operating problems and perform necessary corrective action during work shift.
• Must be able to bend frequently to collect samples.
• Possess a valid operating license.
• Operator certification at a level required by the State and the project.
• Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per 8-hour shift.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operations of engines, pumps, and related equipment.
• Basic biological and chemical principles.
• Must be able to push a push-type, power lawn mower for up to 3 hours per 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 bags weighing up to 50 pounds each from floor level up to waist high in an 8- hour shift.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants.
• Basic familiarity of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical sewage analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision and training; safe work practices.
• Learns and gains skills in a variety of equipment maintenance, servicing, and operating tasks.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance