Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I/II/III
Hendersonville, NC Hendersonville, NC Full-time Full-time $17.
36 - $21.
11 an hour $17.
36 - $21.
11 an hour 18 hours ago 18 hours ago 18 hours ago Responsible for performing technical and skilled manual work in the operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater treatment plant.
An employee in this class is responsible for operating and maintaining the City's wastewater treatment plant.
Emphasis of the work is on making hourly rounds of the plant to inspect operations, entering readings into operating records, taking samples from pre-determined locations throughout the treatment plant and performing required tests, documenting and/or repairing malfunctions, troubleshooting mechanical problems, performing preventive maintenance on plant equipment and performing other related plant work, as required.
Work of the Wastewater Plant Operator is differentiated by the differing levels of state certification (Grade I being the lowest and Grade IV being the highest), length of experience, broader knowledge and responsibilities of plant operations, and ability to lead and train other plant personnel.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator (or Maintenance Supervisor) or Wastewater Treatment Facilities Manager and is evaluated based on efficiency and cleanliness of plant operations, accuracy in tests performed and documentation, quality of treated wastewater and observation of work in progress.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conducts regular tours of plant and inspects for the proper operation of bar screens, grit collectors, motors, generators, pumps, aerators, settling tanks, aeration basins, filters, clarifiers, sludge dewatering equipment and other equipment; and records readings from plant process control instrumentation.
Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus based on changing operating conditions and adverse weather.
Collects samples from pre-determined locations within the treatment process, including effluent samples for laboratory analysis and performs routine tests on samples.
Applies polymer to sludge dewatering to process; observes effect on dewatering operations; and makes adjustments, as required.
Skims floatables from settling tanks, cleans bar screens, disposes of sand, trash and other waste; washes basins, cleans clarifiers and washes down sludge dewatering equipment, as required.
Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the physical plant building and grounds.
Performs minor and emergency repairs to equipment and assists other plant personnel on larger repair efforts and replacements.
Answers phones and gives information to visitors or vendors.
Performs preventive maintenance duties as assigned.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I - Pay Grade 10 - $36,127.
73 High school diploma; and one (1) year of experience in a wastewater treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II - Pay Grade 12 - $39,830.
83 High school diploma; and two (2) years of experience in a wastewater treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III - Pay Grade 14 - $43,913.
49 High school diploma; and three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special
Qualifications:
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I Possession of a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Must be certified at the NC Wastewater Operator Grade I level or ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
NC Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification.
NC Grade I Collections Certification a plus.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II Possession of a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Two years of experience in a wastewater treatment facility.
NC Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III Possession of a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Three years or more experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility.
Must be certified at the NC wastewater operator grade III and IV level or ability to obtain grade IV within eighteen months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a wastewater treatment plant.
Knowledge of common laboratory tests and wastewater sampling techniques.
Knowledge of proper wastewater treatment process controls methods to ensure compliance with federal and state treatment regulations.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting wastewater treatment operations.
Knowledge of occupational and safety hazards associated with wastewater plant operations, knowledge of rules and regulations that affect employee safety.
Knowledge of effective communication techniques when speaking with co-workers, vendors and the public.
Ability to make operational decisions in the absence of a supervisor.
Ability to detect and resolve routine operational problems with mechanical equipment.
Ability to conduct routine wastewater tests, read meters, charts and record results.
Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work in this classification is defined as heavy work requiring the physical exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
Verbal communication is required to express or exchange ideas.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Visual acuity is required for visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring or testing devices, assembly of equipment, operating plant equipment, determining accuracy and thoroughness of work performed, and observing surroundings and activities.
Employee must be able to perform physically demanding work such as skimming floatables from settling tanks, unstopping bar screens, disposal of sand, trash and other waste, and washing and cleaning basins and clarifiers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in both inside and outside environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
Employee is subject to noise, vibration, and hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, and atmospheric conditions.
Employee is exposed to oils and greases, sewage flows and sludge, bacteria, and potentially bloodborne pathogens.
Employee is required to wear a respirator, when necessary, but only if trained in the proper use of said respirator and employee complies with all other requirements associated with wearing a respirator.
Employee may frequently work in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small, enclosed rooms and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.
36 - $21.
11 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Evening shift Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
36 - $21.
11 an hour $17.
36 - $21.
11 an hour 18 hours ago 18 hours ago 18 hours ago Responsible for performing technical and skilled manual work in the operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater treatment plant.
An employee in this class is responsible for operating and maintaining the City's wastewater treatment plant.
Emphasis of the work is on making hourly rounds of the plant to inspect operations, entering readings into operating records, taking samples from pre-determined locations throughout the treatment plant and performing required tests, documenting and/or repairing malfunctions, troubleshooting mechanical problems, performing preventive maintenance on plant equipment and performing other related plant work, as required.
Work of the Wastewater Plant Operator is differentiated by the differing levels of state certification (Grade I being the lowest and Grade IV being the highest), length of experience, broader knowledge and responsibilities of plant operations, and ability to lead and train other plant personnel.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator (or Maintenance Supervisor) or Wastewater Treatment Facilities Manager and is evaluated based on efficiency and cleanliness of plant operations, accuracy in tests performed and documentation, quality of treated wastewater and observation of work in progress.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conducts regular tours of plant and inspects for the proper operation of bar screens, grit collectors, motors, generators, pumps, aerators, settling tanks, aeration basins, filters, clarifiers, sludge dewatering equipment and other equipment; and records readings from plant process control instrumentation.
Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus based on changing operating conditions and adverse weather.
Collects samples from pre-determined locations within the treatment process, including effluent samples for laboratory analysis and performs routine tests on samples.
Applies polymer to sludge dewatering to process; observes effect on dewatering operations; and makes adjustments, as required.
Skims floatables from settling tanks, cleans bar screens, disposes of sand, trash and other waste; washes basins, cleans clarifiers and washes down sludge dewatering equipment, as required.
Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the physical plant building and grounds.
Performs minor and emergency repairs to equipment and assists other plant personnel on larger repair efforts and replacements.
Answers phones and gives information to visitors or vendors.
Performs preventive maintenance duties as assigned.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I - Pay Grade 10 - $36,127.
73 High school diploma; and one (1) year of experience in a wastewater treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II - Pay Grade 12 - $39,830.
83 High school diploma; and two (2) years of experience in a wastewater treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III - Pay Grade 14 - $43,913.
49 High school diploma; and three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special
Qualifications:
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I Possession of a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Must be certified at the NC Wastewater Operator Grade I level or ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
NC Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification.
NC Grade I Collections Certification a plus.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II Possession of a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Two years of experience in a wastewater treatment facility.
NC Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III Possession of a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Three years or more experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility.
Must be certified at the NC wastewater operator grade III and IV level or ability to obtain grade IV within eighteen months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a wastewater treatment plant.
Knowledge of common laboratory tests and wastewater sampling techniques.
Knowledge of proper wastewater treatment process controls methods to ensure compliance with federal and state treatment regulations.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting wastewater treatment operations.
Knowledge of occupational and safety hazards associated with wastewater plant operations, knowledge of rules and regulations that affect employee safety.
Knowledge of effective communication techniques when speaking with co-workers, vendors and the public.
Ability to make operational decisions in the absence of a supervisor.
Ability to detect and resolve routine operational problems with mechanical equipment.
Ability to conduct routine wastewater tests, read meters, charts and record results.
Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work in this classification is defined as heavy work requiring the physical exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
Verbal communication is required to express or exchange ideas.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Visual acuity is required for visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring or testing devices, assembly of equipment, operating plant equipment, determining accuracy and thoroughness of work performed, and observing surroundings and activities.
Employee must be able to perform physically demanding work such as skimming floatables from settling tanks, unstopping bar screens, disposal of sand, trash and other waste, and washing and cleaning basins and clarifiers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in both inside and outside environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
Employee is subject to noise, vibration, and hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, and atmospheric conditions.
Employee is exposed to oils and greases, sewage flows and sludge, bacteria, and potentially bloodborne pathogens.
Employee is required to wear a respirator, when necessary, but only if trained in the proper use of said respirator and employee complies with all other requirements associated with wearing a respirator.
Employee may frequently work in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small, enclosed rooms and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.
36 - $21.
11 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Evening shift Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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