Senior Sewer Operator

The Senior Sewer Operator is responsible for the performance of a wide range of skilled work including assessing the type and amount of work to be performed, assigning personnel to appropriate duties, inspecting and evaluating the work of Sewer Operators, coordinating with the Chief and or Assistant Chief. The Senior Operator is required to maintain optimal treatment plant performance to meet all requirements of the facility’s Discharge Permit and related duties. The Senior Operator is also responsible for the completion and processing of the monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) with Massachusetts DEP through the EDEP filing system and related project management paperwork to ensure effective recordkeeping. The Senior Sewer Operator may also be required to train other Operators in the Field to become proficient in all aspects of Wastewater Treatment Operations and processes. Supervisory Responsibilities The Senior Sewer Operator works under the supervision of the Chief or Assistant Chief. Clear, detailed instructions govern the work or are explained with each assignment. The employee works as instructed and consults with the supervisor as needed on all matters not specifically covered by the guidelines or instructions. The supervisor maintains control by reviewing the work in progress or upon completion. The Senior Operator may also be responsible for the regular supervision and training of Sewer Operators, at the direction of the Director or Chief Operator. Union and Compensation The position is a 40 hour per week AFSCME M-4 Union position. Hourly rate $35.72 (new hires) – $44.47 (employees with 12 years of service). Special Requirements Massachusetts Class D license (required at time of hire) Hoisting 2A, 1C or 1B and 4E (required within one year) CDL B, Tanker Endorsement and Wastewater 6 OIT (required within two years) Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and/or four (4) years of experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Knowledge Familiar with MA 314 CMR 12.00: Operation, maintenance and pretreatment standards for wastewater treatment works and indirect dischargers. Familiar with 257 CMR 2.00: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators. Abilities Adhere to safety precautions and follow written and oral instructions in a safe and timely manner. Operate duties under extreme weather conditions for long periods of time. Interact effectively with co‑workers. Recognize unsafe working conditions and take appropriate safety precautions. Carry out duties in busy, public congested areas. Skills Proficient mechanical and operating skill in the use of department hand tools and equipment required for position duties. Physical Requirements Physical demands: moderate intermittent physical strength and effort throughout the work day, including lifting heavy objects, carrying, stacking, and placing objects in vehicles or storage areas, pulling, pushing, standing, and walking for the full work day. Motor skills: assignments may require hand and eye coordination, finger dexterity, and motor coordination to use hand tools, work in confined spaces, or climb a ladder safely. Visual demands: ability to read and interpret written instructions for general understanding; not required to determine color differences. #J-18808-Ljbffr Town & County of Nantucket