Wastewater Treatment Plant Field Operator - RED Rochester LLC. : Job Details

Summary: Responsible for maintaining and operating wastewater treatment facilities and equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling and testing of wastewater
• Perform routine system equipment and performance to ensure that pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, vacuum equipment, and other wastewater treatment equipment are functioning properly
• Document and record operational data
• Check and adjust controls and equipment as necessary as well as assist with repairs
• Perform routine laboratory analysis and interpret data through the application of mathematical calculations
• Oversee delivery and off-loading of chemicals as well as overseeing chemical inventory
• Assist with maintaining equipment in a clean and operable condition.
• Assist with the development of standard operating procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma/GED; wastewater treatment systems operator certification preferredQualifications:

• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule
• Valid driver's license and required insurance
• Some knowledge of plant and functionality
• Experience in wastewater treatment systems and operations preferred
• Knowledge of wastewater regulatory programs
• Knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements and systems

Competencies:

• Good Communication skills in English
• Teamwork
• Ability to follow procedures, work instructions, and safety/environmental rules and regulations
• Good Math skills
• Ability to work on a team and learn enough processes to become more independent
• Proficient in MS Office

Work EnvironmentWork may be performed under extreme weather conditions including hot and cold ambient temperatures. Incumbents will be required to travel between various buildings and work in a plant environment where there are moderate noise levels. Employees would be expected to wear appropriate personal protective equipment for each location and/or task.Physical DemandsWhile performing duties of the job, the incumbent is occasionally required to bend, lift, walk, or carry equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.Employee DOES:(67-100%) Continuous(34-66%) Frequent(4-33%) Occasional(1-3%) Seldom( 0%) NeverSimple GraspingXGripping with ForcexFine ManipulationXPushingXPullingXBendingXKneelingXTwisting/TurningXClimbingXCarryingXSittingXWalkingXStandingXWorking above shoulder levelx