Operator 2 - Waste Water Treatment Plant
Salary
$27.55 - $31.94 Hourly
Location
Spring Hill, TN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202500130
Department
Utilities
Division
Waste Water Treatment Plant
Opening Date
08/14/2026
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
The Water Reclamation Facility Operator II is an intermediate-level skilled technical position responsible for the operation, monitoring, process control, and routine maintenance of the Citys water reclamation treatment processes, equipment, and related facilities.
Under the supervision of the Water Reclamation Facility Superintendent or designated supervisor, Operator II performs facility operations with an increased level of independence and responsibility. The employee is expected to demonstrate proficiency in treatment processes, SCADA systems, laboratory testing, process control, equipment operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and accurate operational recordkeeping.
This position is part of the Citys water reclamation operator career progression. Operator II is expected to continue developing advanced operational knowledge, troubleshooting abilities, and process-control skills while actively progressing toward higher-level State of Tennessee wastewater treatment operator certification.
Examples of Duties
Treatment Plant Operations
- Operates and monitors wastewater treatment and water reclamation processes in accordance with established procedures, regulatory requirements, and operational objectives.
- Starts, stops, adjusts, and monitors pumps, motors, valves, gates, chemical-feed equipment, and other treatment equipment necessary for proper facility operation.
- Monitors flow, levels, pressures, dissolved oxygen, solids, chemical-feed rates, and other process-control parameters and makes appropriate operational adjustments within established procedures.
- Responds to SCADA alarms, equipment failures, power interruptions, high-flow events, severe weather, process upsets, and other abnormal or emergency operating conditions.
Facility Rounds & Equipment Monitoring
- Performs facility rounds and evaluates the condition and performance of treatment processes, pumps, motors, blowers, valves, gates, filters, clarifiers, chemical-feed systems, instrumentation, and other facility equipment.
- Identifies equipment deficiencies and abnormal operating conditions, initiates appropriate corrective actions within the employees level of authority, and reports significant conditions to supervisory personnel.
- Performs preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and minor mechanical repairs and assists in troubleshooting pumps, motors, valves, chemical-feed equipment, instrumentation, and other facility systems.
Facility Rounds & Equipment Monitoring
- Performs facility rounds and evaluates the condition and performance of treatment processes, pumps, motors, blowers, valves, gates, filters, clarifiers, chemical-feed systems, instrumentation, and other facility equipment.
- Identifies equipment deficiencies and abnormal operating conditions, initiates appropriate corrective actions within the employees level of authority, and reports significant conditions to supervisory personnel.
- Performs preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and minor mechanical repairs and assists in troubleshooting pumps, motors, valves, chemical-feed equipment, instrumentation, and other facility systems
SCADA & Process Control
- Operates SCADA and computerized control systems and interprets alarms, trends, instrumentation, laboratory results, and operating data to evaluate treatment performance.
- Uses laboratory results, SCADA information, operational observations, and process data to evaluate treatment conditions and assist with process-control decisions.
- Monitors flow, levels, pressures, dissolved oxygen, solids, chemical-feed rates, and other process-control parameters and makes appropriate operational adjustments within established procedures.
Laboratory & Sampling
- Collects wastewater, process, solids, and effluent samples and performs required laboratory and process-control analyses.
- Operates, cleans, calibrates, and maintains laboratory, process-control, and field-testing equipment.
- Uses laboratory results, SCADA information, operational observations, and process data to evaluate treatment conditions and assist with process-control decisions.
Records & Documentation
- Maintains complete and accurate operating logs, laboratory results, equipment records, inspections, chemical-use records, maintenance information, and other required documentation.
Maintenance & Repairs
- Performs preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and minor mechanical repairs.
- Assists in troubleshooting pumps, motors, valves, chemical-feed equipment, instrumentation, and other facility systems.
- Identifies equipment deficiencies and abnormal operating conditions.
- Initiates appropriate corrective actions within the employees level of authority.
- Reports significant conditions to supervisory personnel.
Chemicals & Supplies
- Assists with chemical deliveries.
- Safely handles, transfers, stores, and monitors treatment chemicals and operational supplies.
Cleaning & Facility/Grounds Maintenance
- Cleans and maintains tanks, clarifiers, filters, channels, equipment, buildings, work areas, and facility grounds.
- Performs grounds maintenance.
- Safely operates mowers, lawn equipment, skid steers, and other equipment necessary for facility operations and maintenance.
Emergency & Abnormal Conditions
- Responds to SCADA alarms.
- Responds to equipment failures and power interruptions.
- Responds to high-flow events and severe weather.
- Responds to process upsets and other abnormal or emergency operating conditions.
Safety, Regulations & Procedures
- Performs duties in accordance with applicable environmental regulations, safety requirements, City policies, and established operating procedures.
- Safely handles treatment chemicals and operational supplies.
- Reinforces established operating and safety procedures as assigned.
Training & Assistance
- Assists less-experienced operators with routine operational tasks.
- Reinforces established operating and safety procedures as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Tennessee drivers license
- Employees are encouraged and may be required as part of career progression to pursue applicable State of Tennessee Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification.
- Additional safety or operational certifications may be required based on assigned duties.
Additional Requirements:
- Valid drivers license.
- Successful completion of a background investigation.
- Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call, and emergency assignments as required to maintain continuous facility operations.
Physical Requirements:
- Stand and walk for extended periods on level, uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, grasp, and perform repetitive movements.
- Climb and descend stairs and ladders and access equipment located above or below grade.
- Safely use hand tools, power tools, and treatment equipment.
- Work in confined spaces and elevated areas when properly trained and equipped.
- Wear required personal protective equipment.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Safely operate City vehicles and equipment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed throughout the Water Reclamation Facility and related utility facilities in both indoor and outdoor environments. The employee regularly works in a wastewater treatment environment and may be exposed to wastewater, biological hazards, treatment chemicals, fumes, odors, airborne particles, dust, extreme noise, moving mechanical equipment, electrical hazards, wet or slippery surfaces, uneven terrain, confined spaces, elevated work areas, extreme heat, extreme cold, and inclement weather.
Supplemental Information
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe City of Spring Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable Accommodation
The City is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at HR@springhilltn.org.
Job Description Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. The City reserves the right to assign, modify, or remove duties and responsibilities as operational needs require.
Nothing in this job description creates an express or implied contract of employment. Employment with the City remains at will unless otherwise provided by applicable law or written agreement
We offer an extensive benefits package:
We offer several medical insurance options for the entire family, and employer paid dental coverage for the employee (with the option to purchase additional coverage for dependents at a minimum cost) and vision insurance that you are eliglible for at the first of the month after your hire date.
We also provide $25,000 in employer paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD). Available for purchase are Short Term Disability (STD) and AFLAC policies (i.e., Critical Illness, Accident, and Life Insurance) for which you are eligible on the first day of the month after 60 days of employment
The City of Spring Hill participates in the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), a defined benefit plan. In addition to mandatory participation in the pension, we also offer 401(k) and 457(b) retirement options. Like other public employees in Williamson County, our employees can enroll in discounted membership with Williamson County Parks and Recreation, and enjoy using the Longview Recreation facility, as well as any other facility in the system. You will also enjoy 13 paid holidays each year.
Employees earn one day of sick leave each month, which is immediately accessible. You will also earn 2 weeks of vacation during your first year of employment, one of which you can access after a 6-month introductory period, the remaining vacation is accrued monthly.
Employer Spring Hill, City of (TN)
Address 199 Town Center Parkway
Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174