Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV

Dothan, AL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 26 - 42

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the operation maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment facilities.

Major Duties

Operates wastewater treatment machinery and equipment; monitors SCADA system and makes operational adjustments as required; maintains and repairs electrical mechanical and other systems; assists in installing plant equipment.

Monitors raw and treated water flows; adjusts flows and pumping rates as needed.

Collects samples and performs laboratory tests; makes control adjustments as indicated by results.

Ensures compliance with NPDES permit requirements and with EPA and ADEM regulations.

Trains and supervises the work of assigned employees in wastewater treatment facilities biological processes functions maintenance troubleshooting and laboratory procedures.

Performs preventive and reactive maintenance; formulates and executes approved maintenance plans; services screens aerators clarifiers ultraviolet bulbs etc.; maintains and repairs blowers pumps valves etc.

Works with contractors and engineers to implement new treatment processes.

Researches and purchases supplies parts etc. as approved by supervisor.

Responds to after-hours emergencies.

Calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment and plant instrumentation.

Prepares a variety of regular and special reports; maintains related records.

Performs plant security checks on gates doors fencing etc.

Maintains treatment plant grounds.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment system maintenance and repair principles.
Knowledge of wastewater plant operations principles and processes.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment rules regulations standards and principles.
Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of wastewater sample collection and analysis.
Skill in the mechanical maintenance and repair of treatment plant equipment.
Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
Skill in problem solving.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Wastewater Treatment Chief Operator assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures accuracy and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include NPDES permit requirements voluntary OSHA guidelines EPA and ADEM regulations other relevant state and federal regulations industry standards and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related technical duties. Frequent condition changes contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to operate maintain and repair wastewater treatment facilities. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater treatment operations and ensures compliance with rules and regulations.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers other city personnel vendors contractors representatives of state and federal agencies and the public.

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information resolve problems motivate persons and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting standing walking bending crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects climbs ladders uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes the sense of smell.

The work is typically performed in wastewater treatment facilities and outdoors occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise dust dirt grease machinery with moving parts contagious or infectious diseases and irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks goggles gloves etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over assigned personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and

Possession of a current and valid ADEM Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade IV certification; and

Twenty-four (24) months recent working experience in a Grade IV wastewater treatment plant; or

Thirty-six (36) months recent combined working experience in a Grade III or IV wastewater treatment plant.

NOTE: Credit for a maximum of twelve (12) months (60 hours) of working experience may be allowed for the completion/attendance of ADEM approved training programs classes or seminars as verified in writing by the operators direct supervisor and approved by the DU Director.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT/PROMOTION/DEMOTION/TRANSFER:

Employees are required to complete/sign the Certification & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer form(s). See condition(s) for details.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a current/valid ADEM Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade IV certification as required by the regulating State agency and the City of Dothan or the ability to obtain through reciprocity from another state within 60 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. An employee in this position must maintain such certification as a condition of continued employment to include completing any required annual training.

Valid operators driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)

Employees are required to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of date of employment/promotion/transfer/demotion to this position. (See condition for details.)

In an emergency and/or standby situation an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (Sec. 2-30. (2) / PBA 1/9/95) This requirement must be met within six (6) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. (See condition for details.)

An employee in this position must be available to be contacted via phone within 30 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer due to call out requirements.

An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal credit past employment and reference checks.

Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)

Must meet the City of Dothans employment physical standards which include drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing.

An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

DescriptionThis position is responsible for supervising and participating in the operation maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment facilities.Major DutiesOperates wastewater treatment machinery and equipment; monitors SCADA system and makes operational adjustments as required; maintains and r...