Position Back-Up Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Job Goal To assist in the operation and maintenance of the treatment plant and pump stations.
Supervision Reports to: Plant Operator Head Custodian and the Director of Facilities. When instructed, should be capable of taking over temporary control and operation of the plant in the absence of the Plant Superintendent.
Education Work Experience and Licensure Required:
Performance Responsibilities Shall coordinate and assist with others any necessary repairs to equipment and grounds and maintain on file accurate and up-to-date records and daily log. Carries out necessary repairs and maintenance. Shall maintain proper operation of all plant equipment. In the event of a dry weather overflow, must immediately notify the Highway Department. Must prepare a written report to the proper regulatory agencies with five working days of such an event. Shall maintain records on file and file monthly reports. Performs all other duties contained in the custodian outside maintenance and maintenance job descriptions. Other related duties as may be assigned by the Plant Operator Head Custodian and the Supervisor of Buildings, Grounds, and Maintenance.
Special Knowledge and Abilities For Position Should thoroughly understand the plant process and equipment. Operators shall be familiar with recording, record-keeping, and reporting procedures. Must be capable of following both oral and written instructions and be capable of giving both oral and written instructions. Must know how to operate a variety of hand and power tools and possess a good mechanical background. Must be capable of working independently, work well with others, and know how to use a personal computer and have general knowledge of data acquisition equipment. Must be available for scheduled overtime on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Requirements The position requires the delivery of a full range of wastewater services to the school district. Several hours a day will be spent walking, standing, sitting, and climbing whenever necessary. Activities include frequent physical exertion in body movement such as reaching, bending, and twisting. This position also requires frequent pulling and pushing of materials. There is frequent use of hand and power tools. Occasionally, crawling may be necessary. The position requires lifting of objects of 50 pounds on a frequent basis and over 50 pounds occasionally.
Environmental Conditions The occupant is required frequently to work outdoors occasionally in extreme weather conditions such as rain, snow, and hot-cold extremes. He/she is also exposed to gasoline and/or diesel fumes, chemicals. Frequently exposed to noxious smells and high noise levels. The occupant is expected to have foul weather gear, rubber gloves, steel toe protection when necessary.