THE POSITION
Under direct supervision of the Plant Manager, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator accomplishes a variety of duties related to the daily operation of wastewater treatment (collection and treatment). The position is located in East Durham, NY
THE DAY-TO-DAY
- Conducts routine testing of wastewater as directed, records test results and maintains the plant log book with accurate and timely entries of activities;
- Maintains the facility treatment units to include clarifiers, sampling equipment, and pumps. Identify and report the need for repairs to treatment plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, blowers, and chemical feed equipment;
- Monitors all charts, gauges and other operating equipment and maintains calibration of plant instrumentation and on-line analyzers according to the frequency specified by permitting agencies and/or the manufacturer;
- Calculates chemical feed rates, calibrates chemical equipment and adjusts chemical feed rates as indicated by lab tests or by direction of the Plant Manager to comply with effluent quality requirements as established for the plant. Adjusts or alters chemical treatment of plant processes as required;
- Responsible for housekeeping and grounds-up keep including mopping, dusting, mowing and weed trimming.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES DESIRED
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Valid RI Grade I or higher Wastewater Treatment Operator License (or ability to obtain in one year);
- Ability to obtain RI CDL B Drivers license within one year;
- Technical or mechanical work experience (preferred);
- On-call availability within a 30-minute response time and rotational weekend duty is required for this position;
- Ability to work alone, with minimal supervision is a must;
- Ability to work with a computer is a must;
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
- Walking & Standing: 4-8 hr/day;
- Bending & Reaching: 4-8 hr/day;
- Pushing & pulling: 4-8 hr/day;
- Driving 4-6 hr/day;
- Physical Effort: regularly lift 10-25 pounds and may occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds;
- Environmental Stress: busy atmosphere, working inside and outside.
Work Environment:
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors in often harsh weather conditions.
CONDITIONS:
Overall remuneration including:
- Competitive salary based on experience;
- Group insurance plan;
- 401k plan;
- 11 statutory holidays;
- Share Purchase Plan;
- Vacations and wellness days;
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cypress, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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