TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR

Overall Objective of Job:

To cost effectively perform advanced water treatment procedures in order to meet or exceed Department of Environmental Protection water standards.

Essential Functions of Job:

Operate a wide range of wastewater treatment plant equipment within the following areas: headworks, primary clarification, aeration basins, secondary clarifiers, tertiary filters, disinfection, biosolids digestion, dewatering / drying, waste receiving and depackaging. Equipment within each area is subject to change with plant design or modificationsPerform wastewater procedures such as skimming grease from wastewater tanks and adding chemical cleaning solutions.Routinely monitor the oxygen levels and pressure readings of water tanks.Perform laboratory tests including but not limited to: BODS, pH tests, water transparency, and fecal coliform.Clean and maintain all treatment plant equipment and facilities, including snow shoveling and minor landscaping.Conduct occasional plant tours for the general public when necessary.Evaluate plant data and make decisive operational changes using that data.Other duties as assigned.

12 HOUR SHIFTS ALTERNATING BETWEEN DAY AND NIGHTS EVERY 4 WEEKS.

Supervision Received:

Plant Superintendent, Assistant Plant Superintendent

Supervision Given:

None

Working Conditions:

An indoor laboratory/factory environment with controlled temperature, and with occasional strong odors and exposure to chemicals.

An outdoors environment with fluctuations between hot and cold, and exposure to the elements.

Consistent loud noise.

Essential Physical Demands:

Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.

Stretching, bending, or reaching required.

Lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds.

Frequent climbing of ladders may be required.

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Position Description

Qualifications:

A. Education/Training:

High school diploma or the equivalent required.

Class AE Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators license with type 1 subclass.

In accordance with PA Operator/Certification Act, this position must obtain the appropriate license to operate the UAJA Plant within 4 years from the date of hire.

B. Work Experience:

Experience with plant operations in an activated sludge treatment capacity.

Experience with the collection and pumping of raw wastewater, as well as familiarity with cleaning processes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Basic knowledge of arithmetic.

Basic knowledge of computers.

Good verbal and written skills.

Good interpersonal skills.

Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Self-motivated.

Pay: From $62,415.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,415