Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Job Opportunities Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button. The City of Mount Airy is accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. An employee in this position performs a variety of operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties in the disposal of domestic and commercial waste materials at the City’s wastewater treatment plant. Work includes monitoring the plant’s operation through observation, mechanical readings and the readings and the results of standard chemical and biological tests and to make necessary adjustments in the process as conditions or test results dictate. Other duties include performing limited standards laboratory duties and tests and assisting with plant and facilities maintenance. Work also includes substantial record keeping of work activities. Employees are subject to hazards associated with wastewater and plant operations including working both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, working small spaces such as sewer pipes, and oils. Employees may be required to wear respirators when working around chlorine tanks. Work is performed under general supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor, and is reviewed by observation, conference, and reviewing records for adherence to operations standards, instructions, and safety practices. The starting salary for this position is $32,500. Duties and Responsibilities Makes regular tours of plant and checks bar screens, aerators, generators, pumps, presses, clarifiers, drives and other equipment for proper functioning. Records data from various meters, gauges, and dials; logs daily, weekly and monthly activities. Performs standard laboratory chemical and biological tests. Performs general preventive and scheduled maintenance; assists in overhaul and equipment replacement. Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operational conditions; cleans bar screens, tricking filters, checks chemical levels; removes sludge from clarifies; adds chemicals to gravity thickener and belt press. Performs routine building and grounds maintenance including cleaning, sweeping, washing, painting, mowing, spraying, and trimming. Collects wastewater samples Required to operate a City vehicle on a regular basis Performs related duties as required. Desirable Education and Experience Graduation from high school or the equivalent of a high school diploma supplemented by course work in chemistry or biology and some experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment, preferably in a wastewater treatment plant; or an equivalent of training and experience. Special Requirements Employee must be able to obtain a Wastewater Operator’s Grade I level certificate from the State of North Carolina. The City of Mount Airy provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees. Additional benefits include participation in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System, paid vacation and sick leave, tuition assistance, paid holidays, and a free membership to Reeves Community Center. A variety of voluntary benefits are also available to support employee well-being. The City of Mount Airy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr