What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Wastewater Utilities Operator position at GRAND TARGHEE RESORT?
SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting with the operation of wastewater treatment facility and all water utilities. Works with the Wastewater Manager to coordinate activities with equipment engaged in performing wastewater treatment and laboratory analysis. Assists with water sample collections, meter testing and installation. Assists with monitoring and logging of propane usage and helps with recycling in conjunction with delivering monthly water samples. Must possess a level I water collection and distribution along with a level II wastewater treatment and collection license (or greater). Continued progression up to a Level III wastewater treatment is required for all operators as a goal within 2 years of employment.
A key part of every employee's job is to serve as a Targhee ambassador, engaging the guest at every opportunity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. As it relates to the treatment of wastewater and the plant operation:
a. Must have be working towards a full understanding of the structures (valves), air blowers and associated equipment.
b. Maintains responsibility for all aspects of safety as it relates to the handling, processing and testing of wastewater and culinary water supply.
c. Assists with the preparation of an annual maintenance schedule which follows the guidelines referred to in the O&M Manual for review by Director of Base Area Operations.
d. Responsible for landfill disposal of bio-solids once trained.
e. Assists with emptying and or coordinating with Facilities to ensure all commercial grease traps are maintained on a regular basis.
f. Assists in the pumping and disposal of all on-mountain portable toilets and vault toilets.
2. As it relates to monitoring, lab analysis and procedures:
a. Understandings the public's perception of this facility and visits with and educates the public about the plant when necessary.
b. Helps the Wastewater Manager prepare required reports and collect samples for testing to ensure regulatory compliance.
3. As it relates to the sewage collection system:
a. Understands Confined Space Entry.
4. As it relates to water meters:
a. Maintains a familiarization with the location and sizes of the various meters.
5. As it relates to the collection of water samples:
a. The ability to gain a full understanding of the critical nature of the collection of monthly, quarterly, yearly and tri-annually water samples and complies with the requirements outlined for sampling while taking samples.
6. As it relates to the raw water system:
a. Working towards a full knowledge of the system.
b. Assists with repairs of service lines.
c. Working towards an understanding and remains current of the SCADA system.
d. Working towards an understanding and assists with assigned repairs on the wells, distribution, and storage systems.
7. Resort Propane: Assists with monthly resort-wide propane reads, monitoring propane levels on all tanks and coordinating refilling of all on-mountain and base area propane tanks.
8. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Wastewater Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES TO SAFETY:
- Protect the safety of self, workers, and Grand Targhee Resort guests.
- Report any potentially harmful equipment or situations to the immediate supervisor without delay.
- Report safety-related accidents and incidents at once to immediate supervisor.
- Follow all company and department safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Resort’s Occupational Safety & Health Compliance Manual and department-specific procedures or manuals.
- Operate equipment safely so that it will not lead to injury to yourself or others.
- Drive in accordance with the law and Grand Targhee Resort policies.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
WORK SCHEDULE
Due to the nature of the recreation industry, we are in operation seven days a week. This includes weekends and holidays and there is no guarantee of hours. Flexible working hours may be required based on the business levels.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Have or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license
· Must have/be working towards a full understanding of the structures (valves), air blowers and associated equipment.
· Must possess a Level I Water Treatment Certification, Level II Wastewater Treatment Certification (or higher) from Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, and a Level III Wastewater Treatment within 2 years.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Able to accurately read and make measurements.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Excellent verbal communication skills.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with multiple variables where limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule forms. Able to accomplish tasks or assignments in a timely manner without constant supervision by the immediate manager.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and may be encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is exposed to raw sewage and its odors.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally high.
The employee is required to wear proper PPE, including proper footwear.