Under the supervision of a trained Water or Wastewater Operator this position is responsible for learning all aspects of a water or wastewater treatment plant with the goal of becoming a certified operator. Will be exposed to the following duties throughout a training period: - Monitors and adjusts the processing system to meet demands; inspects plant grounds, checks gauges, and takes readings; monitors flow levels, pumps, motors and valves.
- Monitors overall plant operations via the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
- Takes samples and tests chemical levels throughout the plant on an hourly basis; performs a series of daily laboratory analyses.
- Maintains the effectiveness of water filters by inspecting and cleaning as needed.
- Adjusts chemical feeders as needed.
- Monitors flow throughout the plant to ensure proper operation.
- Makes equipment repairs and responds to breakdowns.
- Maintains log books and computer files containing laboratory analysis results, distribution system changes, filter backwash readings, process control changes, chemical inventory, and other pertinent information; documents all problems or complaints.
- Attends job related training; remains current on revisions to pertinent policies, procedures, rules, regulations, requirements and standards.
- Leads plant tours for the general public.
- Maintains plant building and grounds.
- Performs related duties.
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