Waste Water Plant Operator
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JOB SUMMARY:To set up, adjust, and maintain assigned equipment with responsibility for production and quality on this equipment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Process and complete work orders

Maintain chemical inventory required for efficient operation

Maintain plant grounds including lagoons and pits

Maintain records and reports on the system operation and maintenance

Mix and apply chemicals

Operate and maintain plant equipment

Operate, maintain, and monitor lift stations , pumps, valves, and blowers

Perform general maintenance, including mowing plant grounds, maintaining parking lots, painting, cleaning, and various other duties as the need arises

Repair of water line breaks and repairs of sewer lines

Perform building repairs

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED, or greater

Be able to pass mechanical aptitude test

Manual labor including lifting and carrying objects (50 to 100 lbs.), climbing up and down ladders and manholes, bending, kneeling, and stooping

A valid Driver's license

Operate pumps and other department equipment

Judge distances, to understand, anticipate, and avoid problems, follow standard operating procedures, interpret written instructions, maps, manuals, and schematics

Possess a mechanical and technical aptitude, and possess effective oral and written communication skills

Must follow and understand all safety, health, and environmental regulations and program requirements

Be able to work in adverse working conditions, weather, chemical, heavy machinery, excessive noise, confined spaces, heights while insure proper safety requirements

Be able to work any shift including weekends, nights, and call outs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Climbing occasionally Stooping occasionallyCrouching occasionally Standing for 8 or more hours per dayTalking HearingWalking frequently Pushing frequentlyPulling frequently Grasping frequently Repetitive Lifting: 0 - 100#Crawling ReachingFeeling KneelingClimbing stairs frequently Climbing ladders frequentlyEnvironment: Cold, hot, wet floors, odors, dust, other