Wastewater Plant Operator

Job Title This is skilled work in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant equipment and related systems. Characteristic Work Operates wastewater plant equipment such as, but not limited to: automatic samplers, influent screens, conveyors, compactors, detritors, flow meters, screw pumps, chemical mixing and feed equipment, primary settling tanks, grease skimmers, sludge pumps, aeration tanks, mixers, final settling tanks, disinfection equipment, liquid oxygen system, sludge thickeners, plant water equipment, compressors, generators, blowers, high-rate treatment systems, and combined sewer overflow (CSO) storage and conveyance systems. Changes charts on instrument recorders. Monitors dissolved oxygen, pressure, flow, and temperature and makes adjustments as necessary. Takes samples. Performs a variety of process control tests such as settleometer and chlorine residual. Takes sludge blanket readings and adjusts return sludge and waste sludge rates. Cleans weirs, tanks, troughs, belts, filters and other related treatment plant equipment and facilities. Fills hoppers and mixes chemicals. Monitors collection system and treatment plant distributed control and SCADA systems and makes adjustments and notifications in compliance with established operating strategy and procedures. Performs preventative maintenance and makes minor repairs to equipment. Keeps records of daily activity. Uses personal computer to retrieve a variety of information and to log data. Communicates with supervisory personnel about process activity and makes changes as directed or according to standard procedures. Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of one year of paid experience in industrial process operations, plant maintenance work, information technology, or related work; or graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree in environmental science, information technology, engineering technology, or a related field. Possession of a Class I Wastewater Treatment Professional Operators Certificate as issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency or must obtain within two years of employment. Knowledge of the equipment, operations, practices, and safety precautions relevant to industrial processes, including the treatment and disposal of wastewater. Knowledge of the servicing, maintenance, and repair of industrial processing equipment, including wastewater treatment plant equipment. Ability to effectively monitor and coordinate wastewater plant operational activities. Ability to work extended hours and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to accurately read and interpret gauges, charts, and meters. Ability to log, compile, retrieve, review, and interpret operational data with the use of computers. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to keep accurate records of daily activities. Ability to perform mathematical calculations with fractions, decimals, and percentages. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others. Ability to perform various physical activities such as pushing and dumping a loaded wheelbarrow, shoveling snow, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying bags of chemicals, and walking and standing for long periods of time. Ability to work in confined spaces, vaults, tanks, manholes, and elevated locations. List of essential job functions available upon request. Competitive Examination Process This is a classified position. The selection process will consist of a competitive examination, which may include a performance test, with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%. Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment. NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates. The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience. Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates. RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades. VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to their passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application. NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT View phone number on click.appcast.io. Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from View email address on click.appcast.io . 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