What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Operator - 24758 position at The Bergaila Company?
We are seeking a Wastewater Operator for assignment in Tucson, Arizona. The selected candidate will perform a variety of tasks in the operations and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift.
Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
** This position requires a Grade 2 Wastewater Certification **
** This position requires a Grade 2 Water Distribution Certification **
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues; implement corrective actions during assigned shifts
- Perform preventive maintenance on plant systems to ensure reliability and efficiency of utility distribution and treatment processes
- Monitor and operate equipment including gauges, meters, valves, pumps and motors; adjust chemical dosages and flow rates as needed
- Operate and monitor PLCs and SCADA systems for process control
- Ensure compliance with company and project policies and procedures; report any deviations
- Maintain accurate daily logs, rounds, lab records and prepare required reports
- Utilize and update the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to optimize maintenance activities and documentation
- Collect samples and conduct routine laboratory tests on influent, effluent, biosolids and industrial discharges
- Manage biosolids processing, hauling and application in accordance with schedules and regulations
- Participate in safety meetings, training sessions and process control discussions
- Make operational decisions in the absence of supervisory staff
- Communicate operational needs and changes to supervisors to maintain safe and efficient operations
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- A valid Drivers License
- A Grade 2 Wastewater Certification
- A Grade 2 Water Distribution Certification
- 3 years experience operating water/wastewater treatment facilities