Water/Wastewater Plant Operator II - Independent & Skilled

Overview This is the full journey-level class within the Plant Operator / System series. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work process. This is a full-time, non-exempt position paid on an hourly basis. Responsibilities Operate and monitor water or wastewater treatment plant equipment. Read, interpret, and calibrate gauges and other recording devices related to water or wastewater treatment plant operations. Take liquid and solid samples and perform routine laboratory tests. Diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action. Make independent technical decisions to maintain proper treatment process. Maintain pertinent records and compile data into written reports. Perform routine to difficult maintenance, repairs, and installations to plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and electronic monitoring devices. Read, interpret, and understand technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. Perform heavy manual labor. Schedule maintenance and repair of water or wastewater treatment plants. Logically solve problems. Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications. Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Qualifications Class C Water certification is required. EEO Statement PSC Water Ops is committed to providing an equitable and inclusive work environment, free from discrimination and harassment, where employees are treated with respect and dignity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability employer and subscribe to E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr