Wastewater Operator

Description

Sailfish Point is seeking a dependable and motivated Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and compliance of the community's water treatment, wastewater treatment, and utility systems. The Utility Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the water plant, wastewater plant, reverse osmosis (RO) systems, and related infrastructure. This position is responsible for equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, laboratory testing, regulatory reporting, and emergency response.

The ideal candidate will have experience in water operations, wastewater operations, treatment plant operations, utility maintenance, and environmental compliance. A valid Water Operator or Wastewater Operator license is required, with dual licensure preferred.

This position reports to the Director of Facilities and Utilities.

Position Summary:

Perform operation and maintenance work on SFP's water and/or wastewater treatment plant and related equipment. Work is performed under supervision of the Director of Facilities and Utilities.


Major Responsibilities:

• Regularly inspect plant and related equipment (pumps, chemical feed equipment, chlorination system, calcite contactor, RO filters, degasifier, scrubbers, etc.)

• Monitor/record readings from meters, gauges, control panels, chemical dose/fill rates, tank levels, and instruments and entry of daily plant readings into the computer program

• Complete mandatory reports/forms required by all state and federal monitoring agencies.


• Collect samples accurately and perform routine lab testing

• Assist in the emergency repair and maintenance of plant or utility system equipment, pumps, motors, devises, instrumentation, and electrical equipment

• Required to respond to emergencies during afterhours and weekends and may be asked to cover shifts for sick leave/vacations/call outs

• Assist with utility location on residential and POA property

• Maintain current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws/regulations


• Perform general maintenance and housekeeping

• Communicate effectively with others and respond to customers' complaints/inquiries if necessary


Skills and Abilities:

• Able to perform physical work in all weather conditions, using a variety of tools

• Communicate effectively with other employees, customers, and outside vendors

• Work safely in a variety of settings/locations and with a variety of tools, materials, and equipment

• Willing to assist with building maintenance

• Respond to all emergency work callouts beyond assigned shift

• Basic computer skills


• Knowledge in maintenance procedures and safe practices

Education/Training/Certificates/Licenses:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent needed

• Mechanical, electrical, or maintenance experience.


• Must have a valid drivers' license

• Possession of a Class "A", "B", or "C" water or wastewater operator's license is required

• Dual water and wastewater licenses preferred

• Experience with Reverse Osmosis (RO) treatment systems preferred


• Experience with SCADA systems, instrumentation and controls preferred.


Working Conditions:

This position requires a service-minded individual willing to learn and contribute. Must be able to work in hot, humid, and sometimes close confinement environments. Must be able to kneel, lift, bend, stoop, stretch, twist, and lift at least 50 lbs. This position requires regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, fumes/airborne particles, dust, mist, and/or gases. May require working near mechanical parts or chemical components. Employees must comply with the Employee handbook in regard to appearance. Uniforms will be provided.


Note:


The statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Job duties and responsibilities of a similar nature may be added to or changed from time-to-time.