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Wastewater Operator at City of Jackson in Jackson, MO
Job Description
City of Jackson
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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JOB TITLE: Water Pollution Control Plant Operator Name:
DEPARTMENT: Wastewater Department
DATE: 6-17
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Title: Superintendent
SUMMARY: Operates and monitors the daily operation of the plant .
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
I. Sampling Related Activities 25% of Time
A. Collects data and forwards them to Supervisor assuring that the utility usage can be tracked daily assuring for accuracy and timeliness.
B. Inspects and records in regular log and data record sheets, process control data and other appropriate measures assuring for safety and accuracy.
C. Maintains an ongoing awareness of the appropriate use of all equipment assuring that variances from the norm can be recognized.
D. Reports process variables as they are discovered and conducts troubleshooting activities as needed assuring that supervisors maintain an awareness of the operations of the plant.
E. Gathers samples for lab technicians assuring that the appropriate samples are available and assuring for safety.
F. Conducts maintenance both preventative and corrective on the related equipment and buildings.
G. Conduct laboratory testing procedures as required to monitor daily operation of wastewater treatment plant when on call or as needed.
II. Solids Processing Activities 5% of Time
A. Monitors process equipment, controls efficiency using process variables.
B. Conducts regular checks of the mechanical readings and conducts visual checks assuring efficient and safe operation of the equipment .
C. Makes adjustments as needed relating to blowers, pumps, and valve configurations, assuring for accuracy and efficiency of operations.
D. Communicates regularly with chief operator regarding process changes.
E. Maintains a log of the time the equipment has been in operation, maintenance activities, availability of equipment, and any unusual conditions concerning equipment, safety, or operating conditions that the next shift should be aware of and assuring for accuracy.
F. Keeps the pump, blower, and equipment rooms clean and free of safety hazards.
G. Washes clarifiers and maintains other equipment and vehicles associated with the Plant assuring for safety.
III. Land application activities 15% of Time
A. Maintains an awareness of the storage capacity. Transports biosolids to land application sites for disposal as necessary.
B. Collects soil samples assuring that the land is maintained within appropriate standards.
C. Hauls waste lime from water treatment plant and land Appl. away from the plant as needed assuring for safety and timeliness.
IV. Sewer Maintenance Activities 55 % of Time
A. Rod and pressure washes sewer lines assuring that blockages are eliminated and assuring for safety.
B. Records information on the condition of sewer lines and manholes assuring for accuracy. Makes repairs on lines and equipment and lift stations as needed.
C. Receives notification of a “back-up” and gathers supplies and equipment required to correct problem. Precedes to site and corrects problem assuring for safety.
D. Completes documentation assuring for accuracy.
E. Completes maintenance on manholes. Smokes and foams sewer lines, monitors and inspects sewer lines using appropriate equipment assuring for safety.
F. Maintains sewer maps. Makes appropriate updates as needed assuring for accuracy.
G. Maintains lift stations including electrical panel boxes, pumps, floats, valves, etc…, gathers the hours recorded, replacing pipes as needed, diagnosing problems as they occur.
H. Maintains an on call status as scheduled.
I. Assists with mowing, painting, cleaning, weed eating and other buildings and grounds maintenance activities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor; subject to reasonable accommodations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
¨ Above average accessibility of all work sites required for the position.
¨ Above average exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
¨ Extreme exposure to chemicals and fumes.
¨ Average exposure to heights.
¨ Above average exposure to work safety hazards.
¨ Average amount of overtime/extended work hours required.
¨ Above average exposure to dust.
¨ Above average exposure to loud noises.
¨ Above average exposure to darkness.
¨ Above average exposure to cramped spaces.
PHYSICAL EFFORT
¨ Normal physical mobility: movement from place to place on the job, considering distance and speed.
¨ Normal physical agility: ability to maneuver body while in place.
¨ Above-Normal physical strength to handle routine office materials and tools.
¨ Above-Normal physical strength to handle 60 lb. objects, considering frequency.
¨ Above-Normal dexterity of hands and fingers.
¨ Normal physical balance: ability to maintain balance and physical control.
¨ Normal coordination, including eye/hand, hand/foot, etc.
¨ Normal endurance.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
¨ Completed High school or equivalent.
¨ Obtain a Missouri Class D Wastewater Certification within 18 months of employment and maintain Certification by obtaining the required training.
¨ Obtain higher Missouri Wastewater Certification levels as experience allows.
¨ Completed CDL with tanker and airbrake endorsement.
¨ Valid drivers license.
¨ Some experience with plumbing.
MENTAL EFFORT
¨ Normal concentration/intensity: prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks.
¨ Average memory, considering the amount and type of information.
¨ Normal complexity of decision making.
¨ Normal time pressure of decision making.
¨ Normal analytical thinking.
¨ Normal conceptual thinking.
COMMUNICATION
¨ Average verbal communication.
¨ Average written communication.
¨ Average nonverbal communication.
SENSORY ABILITIES
¨ Normal ability to see.
¨ Normal ability to distinguish colors.
¨ Normal ability to hear.
¨ Normal ability to smell.
¨ Normal sense of touch.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.53 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDL (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person