Waste Water Operator

Job Description
Independently operate, maintain, repair and inspect all equipment and process control needs throughout the WWTP. Aid in the operation of the counties Collection system and satellite Waste Water plants as needed Includes the collection of wastewater samples per state regulations, recording data and preparing regulatory reports, and other similar duties. With parameters and goals set forth by management and the OEPA.
Characteristic Work
Works under the direction of the Plant Manager and Assistant Manager of operations
Operates and maintains WWTP including servicing of pumps, motors, valves, generators, and pipeline equipment.
Becomes familiar with safety guidelines and utilizes them in the workplace.
Maintain activity log and associates with spare part inventory use (i.e., ordering, usage, receipt from supplier).
Exercises valves and performs maintenance
Must become familiar with the rules, regulations, and policies of Fayette County Water and Sewer
Collect samples and deliver to the appropriate Laboratory for testing.
Check chemical levels and refill or replace containers.
Check water levels and pump operations.
Maintain plant records.
Will be responsible for keeping all buildings and work areas clean.
Assist and performs maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Prepare daily reports on plant operations and controls, ability to keep a detailed log book
Ability to move 40-pound bags and 55-gallon barrels of chemical.
Employee will be subject to emergency callouts as needed.
Must be available to work on any shift either day or night, utilities is a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operation.
Daily chemical analysis, handling of hazardous chemicals.
Complete all tasks in accordance standard operating procedures or at the direction of the supervisor.
Cross-trains and assists other departments when needed.
Performs On-call duties related to the WWTP and Collections system
Other duties as assigned.
 
Skills and competencies
Basic to advanced knowledge of hand tools, power tools, water hydraulics, chemistry, mathematics, plumbing, pumps, valves, motors, filters, and equipment maintenance.
Ability to follow and understand safety procedures.
The ability to identify, troubleshoot, and repair problems with a high degree of competency is required, knowledge of basic I.T. and SCADA systems
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to attend and understand technical courses.
           Ability to detect problems in equipment operations