What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Treatment Operator position at HR Synergy?
The Town of Milford is seeking a skilled and motivated Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our Water Utilities Department. This role performs a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled duties related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Town’s wastewater treatment facilities and collection systems. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a technically challenging, service‑oriented, and collaborative municipal environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and maintain wastewater treatment plant processes, pump stations, and collection systems
- Start up and shut down wastewater treatment equipment as required
- Monitor equipment, gauges, charts, and SCADA systems; record and maintain accurate operational logs
- Collect samples and perform laboratory analyses in accordance with established procedures
- Operate biosolids dewatering equipment, including centrifuges and belt filter presses
- Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems
- Calibrate and repair monitoring and control equipment such as flow meters and recorders
- Identify, report, and respond to safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, and emergency situations
- Maintain facility drawings and schematics
- Perform general facility, grounds, and custodial maintenance
- Assist with training lesser‑skilled operators
- Participate in committees and perform other duties as assigned
Skills & Abilities
- Working knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and equipment
- Ability to understand basic physical, chemical, and biological wastewater treatment principles
- Strong attention to detail with accurate data recording and reporting skills
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Dependable, responsible, and committed to continuous professional improvement
- Customer‑service mindset with respect for coworkers, residents, and the public
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years of experience in wastewater treatment plant or collection system operations
(or an equivalent combination of education and experience) - NH Grade II Wastewater Treatment Certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment
- Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and equipment
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting, carrying, climbing, and working in confined spaces
- Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating on‑call shifts
Working Conditions
- Work is split approximately 50% indoors / 50% outdoors
- Exposure to weather conditions, raw sewage, chemicals, confined spaces, elevated noise levels, and other occupational hazards
- Use of protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols is required
Why Join the Town of Milford?
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and more!!
- Stable municipal employment
- Meaningful public service work
- Collaborative team environment
- Opportunity for professional growth and certification advancement
The Town of Milford NH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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