Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Plant Operator I is an entry-level position that focuses on achieving competency through learning and understanding a variety of technical work utilized for the operation of New Braunfels Utilities' wastewatertreatment systems, including the North and South Kuehler, Gruene Road, and Sam C. McKenzie treatment facilities.Essential Duties & Responsibilities Under supervision of Plant Operator II, III, or Sr., operates and adjusts controls on wastewater treatment equipment and machinery such as valves, pumps, chlorinators, chemical feeders, motors, and otherequipment Performs process control laboratory tests for chlorine residuals, pH, temperature, ammonia, phosphorus, TSS, and dissolved oxygen as necessary Inspects and performs minor maintenance of treatment plant equipment Assists PdM Techs with major repair work when required Performs general housekeeping duties at wastewater treatment sites Cleans and removes algae from clarifier troughs and skims floatable solids from processes Monitors wastewater system through SCADA system and reacts to alarms within the system Records and logs meter readings, hour readings, chemical usage, maintenance activities, operating conditions, and other pertinent information daily Performs daily rounds at treatment plants to monitor and inspect treatment equipment and machinery Calibrates and verifies accuracy of treatment plant analyzers and laboratory equipment at required intervals Records data and operating conditions in appropriate spreadsheets or logbooks Dewaters biosolids using belt filter press Moves 30-yd trailers to level biosolids in belt filter press process Uses skid steer to remove screened solids from barscreen and fine screen areas Assist in the change out of one-ton chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders Other duties as assignedGENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain regular attendance; leave schedule should be managed so as to not interfere with ability to accomplish tasks, including special projects and assignments with deadlines Adhere to NBU safety guidelines and practices at all times and in all situations Maintain a clean and safe work area, field site and vehicle as applicable Develop & maintain effective customer service skills for communications with co-workers, customers and the public in general Maintain strict confidentiality of business, employee and customer information in written and oral communications and safeguard sensitive documents Adhere to NBU policies and procedures Exemplifies NBU Core Values of Integrity, Stewardship, Culture, Team and Safety Participate in and support initiatives to reach annual NBU Performance Measures.Formal Education and Work Experience RequirementsDegree/Diploma Obtained: High School Diploma/GEDWork Experience Time Frame: No ExperienceRequired Field of Study: General StudiesCertification and Licensures Requirements Employee must obtain a Class 'D' Wastewater Operator License within one year of employment Class 'C' Wastewater Operator License must be obtained prior to expiration of the 'D' Water Operator License Class 'C' Driver’s LicenseOther Minimum Qualifications• Flexibility in available hours, including holidays, weekends, and/or after hours is required.• Must reside within a forty-five-minute response time of the NBU Service Center as measured by an internet mapping tool• Pass a medical evaluation and fit test in accordance with OSHA standards for respirator use (29 CFR 1910.134). New Braunfels Utilities