Listing Summary

JOB SUMMARY

The Wastewater Operator learns and applies the operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

• Learns the complete operations of the wastewater treatment plant.    
• Monitors and maintains performance of machinery and equipment used to control the treatment process.
• Records and keeps a maintenance log of all equipment and machines at the plant.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on all equipment.
• Assists in inspecting all valves, pumps, and plant equipment.
• Assists in changing and scrubbing filters, tanks, clarifiers, bar screens, and UV system.
• Prepares inspection sheets, logs, and flow charts, maintains records, and enters data to the computer.
• Performs routine cleaning of all equipment and machinery and work areas.
• Collects wastewater samples for standard tests, such as biochemical oxygen demand, dissolved oxygen, total suspended solids, fecal Coliform, and pH.
• Assists and performs all laboratory analysis with the Wastewater Superintendent for the Federal EPD and the State EPD.
• Operates belt press and communicates with waste disposal services.
• Assists in the installation of water and sewer mains as needed.
• Performs other related administrative duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Possession of or the ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.  At a minimum a Wastewater Operator Class III, Wastewater Operator Class II, or a Wastewater Operator Class I State License within two (2) years of employment or attaining the position.

Special Requirements: 

This position may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends to respond to emergency issues.

 

Salary:  $27.27 per hour
    
Job Open Until Filled

 EOE and Drug Free Workplace
 
Benefits:  The City offers an excellent benefits package, including 100% coverage on medical and dental insurance for the employee, life insurance, long-term disability, pension, and FMLA leave.
 
  We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions),  sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or any other legally protected status.