Position Purpose: The WWTF Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining wastewater treatment processes and equipment to ensure the facility operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable environmental regulations and permit requirements. This position performs routine inspections, collects samples, maintains operational records, responds to alarms and process changes, and assists with preventative maintenance and facility upkeep.Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Operate and monitor wastewater treatment systems, including pumps, valves, screens, grit removal equipment, clarifiers, aeration systems, disinfection systems, sludge processing equipment, and related controls.Inspect equipment and treatment processes to identify abnormal conditions, leaks, blockages, odors, or mechanical issues.Collect wastewater, process, and effluent samples according to established procedures.Perform routine laboratory tests, such as pH, dissolved oxygen, chlorine residual, turbidity, settleability, and other required process-control analyses.Adjust treatment processes and equipment settings to maintain effective plant performance and permit compliance.Record operating data, meter readings, laboratory results, maintenance activities, chemical usage, and process adjustments accurately and promptly.Respond to alarms, spills, equipment failures, and other operating emergencies.Operate vehicles and mobile equipment, such as forklifts, loaders, pumps, and maintenance tools, as authorized.Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs on plant equipment.Assist maintenance personnel and contractors with inspections, repairs, and construction activities.Handle, store, and use treatment chemicals in accordance with safety procedures and regulatory requirements.Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas throughout the treatment facility.Follow all company policies, safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and environmental regulations.Participate in emergency response, standby, on-call, weekend, and holiday coverage as assigned.Attend required training and maintain all necessary certifications and continuing-education requirements.Perform other related duties as assigned.Work Environment:Ability to work outdoors and in unpleasant environmental conditions, including heat, cold, noise, odors, wet areas, and confined spaces.Work is performed in and around a wastewater treatment facility, including buildings, tanks, laboratories, pump stations, and outdoor areas.Employees may be exposed to wastewater, chemicals, biological hazards, moving equipment, high noise levels, extreme temperatures, and slippery surfaces.Strict adherence to safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements is mandatory.
