Wastewater Operator

This is a full-time, union position with benefits and time off, upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Employees start out at pay range Level 1 and progress through seven pay range levels.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Takes plant readings and checks equipment to verify proper operating conditions.
• Monitors plant flow to make necessary adjustments to plant processes during high flow conditions.
• Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or shut down equipment.
• Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for maintenance, repair, or lubrication.
• Conducts daily laboratory testing necessary for adjustment to plant processes.
• Monitors and adjusts chemical feed systems.
• Records operation and maintenance actions taken during shift.
• Monitors plant processes and equipment alarm systems.
• Must participate in all city-sponsored training and continuing education activities, including classroom, manufacturer-provided seminars, etc.
• Operates various facility grounds maintenance equipment and sludge hauling vehicles.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure that individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

• Must possess a Class I Wastewater Operator Certification License issued by the Ohio EPA.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED), and one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, general business periodicals, professional journals and, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 
• Ability to recognize potentially unsafe conditions and behaviors and correct them in a positive and appropriate manner.
• Working knowledge of safety practices in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. A Class B Commercial Driver’s License endorsement is preferred. This position is subject to drug testing as required for CDL drivers.  
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.

The majority of the work environment will consist of normal office conditions; however, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste and smell. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


Candidates who receive conditional job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes, but is not limited to, marijuana (cannabinoids/THC).