Job Description

Job Details

Job Location

Vail Wastewater Treatment Facility - Vail, CO

Position Type

Full-Time / Part-Time

Salary Range

$26.41 - $49.55 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Category

Government

Vail Wastewater Treatment Operator

Wastewater Treatment Operator - Eagle River Water and Sanitation District

Eagle River Water & Sanitation District is looking to add to our expert team of Wastewater Operators ! We work hard to provide a vital service to the community by creating and controlling an environment for bacteria and microorganisms to thrive in order to treat our community’s wastewater and discharge clean water back to the river.

Our Wastewater Operators use a mix of chemistry, biology, technical problem solving, and mechanical aptitude on a day to day basis to achieve that goal.

We currently have openings at our Avon and Edwards facilities.

If you are a dedicated and hard working professional with a background in science or strong mechanical experience (or both!) looking for a stable and fulfilling new career in the high country, then starting a career in wastewater treatment might be right for you.

If you are a seasoned wastewater treatment operator, looking for an organization that values operations expertise and works to cultivate a low drama work environment then Eagle River Water & Sanitation District might be the right place for you too!

Why work for us? The work you will do as a Wastewater Operator will have an immediate positive environmental impact on our community.

Not to mention our including medical, dental, & vision coverage, employee housing & stipend program, relocation assistance, retirement savings plans, and ample opportunities for professional development.

The Day to Day :

Operations and Maintenance : Under the guidance of experienced staff, the Wastewater Treatment Operator will perform a range of duties to ensure the proper functioning of the wastewater treatment plant.

Laboratory Testing : Collects water samples and conducts wastewater laboratory tests, including specialized field sampling.

Notifies senior staff of test results and assists in implementing necessary changes to meet regulatory requirements.

Equipment Operation : Operates pumps, motors, sludge equipment, and odor control systems in accordance with regulatory discharge limits.

Monitors and evaluates SCADA data to identify trends and anomalies, reporting findings to senior staff.

Preventative Maintenance : Conducts general equipment inspection and preventative maintenance throughout the plant, performing minor repairs and adjustments as necessary.

Notifies senior staff of needed repairs and changes.

Safety and Compliance : Assists with monthly safety inspections, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Maintains first aid, fire safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other materials.

Follows all safety and security policies.

Data Collection and Analysis : Collects and calculates wastewater operations and control data, making process control decisions based on plant observations, lab data, and historical trends.

Qualifications and Competencies

Last updated : 2024-05-24