Description

Under limited supervision of the acting supervisor, operate the Wastewater Treatment Plant equipment, and perform general surveillance over the entire Wastewater Treatment Plant, to ensure proper and continued operation.

• Perform biosolids handling and monitor the operation of the biological treatment system. (Read meters, operate pump, adjust flow settings, transfer liquid from tank to tank, etc.).
• Add the appropriate chemicals to the system according to designated procedures and monitor/manage inventory of chemicals used (i.e. HCl, caustic, antifoam, polymer, fiber).
• Collect and preserve samples and perform control test at various stages of the treatment process, according to designated procedures.
• Perform housekeeping and general equipment and facility maintenance within and around the plant.
• Dewater waste/biological solids and transfer to designated containers, apply accurate content labels, add absorbent material when necessary, secure lids, and transport waste containers to the assigned area.
• Responsible for receipt and loading of all roll off boxes.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot solids dewatering equipment.
• Responsible for issuing and implementing confined space, line entry, and hot work permits for the WWTP area.
• Perform lab tests and interpret results.
• Adhere to all environmental and safety regulations, policies and limits pertaining to the operation of the chemical production and wastewater treatment facility.
• Assist in training new WWTP operators and step up operators from Operations.
• Responsible to be qualified on chemical operations jobs outside of WWTP Operator functions (i.e. drying area, product repacks, dispensing of chemical repacks to support Chemical Development activities), and perform those job functions as required.
• Occasional activities relating to assigned departmental mission not specifically detailed in this section.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Coursework or Associates Degree in applicable Scientific field (Preferred)
• Chemical Production experience beneficial

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