Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.

This position is responsible for participating in the operations of the wastewater treatment plant and related facilities and systems. Incumbents may be hired at different classification levels, either as a Trainee (uncertified) or as a Grade 1 – 4 Operator (based on documented proof of the corresponding NC Biological Water Pollution Control System Operator Certification). While the level of certification influences the degree of required supervision and technical expectations, the core job responsibilities remain consistent, with expectations of proficiency, independence and technical mastery increasing at each certification level.

The Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator assigns work in terms of general instructions.

An incumbent in this position may be designated as Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee, I, II, III, or IV; based on level certifications. Certifications are obtained from the North Carolina Water Pollution Control System Operators Certifications Commission.

• $20.45- $30.68 per hour (Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee)
• $21.48- $32.21 per hour (Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I)
• $22.55- $33.82 per hour (Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II)
• $23.68- $35.52 per hour (Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III)
• $24.86- $37.29 per hour (Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV)

Standard 40-hour workweek with potential overtime. Rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends. For a detailed breakdown of the work schedule, please see the Work Schedule Requirement section under Job Requirements.

• Arrive to work on time for your shift
• Ability to learn the WWTP system
• Ability to understand the nomenclature of the equipment
• Ability to understand the meaning and purpose of the round sheets
• Ability to be trained on routine tasks within the scope of plant operations
• Ability to attend Grade I Class
• Ability to pass North Carolina WPCSOCC Grade I exam

• Working with an entry level of proficiency, monitoring conditions and making required changes in operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and to maximize plant efficiency.
• Monitor conditions and suggest to Supervisor required changes in wet and dry end operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and to maximize plant efficiency with minimum assistance.
• Working with a level of proficiency, accurately recording all operational parameters to document proper procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Working with a level of proficiency, troubleshoot problems maintaining equipment in good working order and minimizing downtime in operations.
• Perform various maintenance functions essential to the upkeep of the grounds, equipment and building. Adherence to following standard safety and housekeeping procedures to minimize risk of injury and to comply with the City, State and Federal regulations and guidelines.
• Demonstrate color vision and normal/ corrected vision.
• Have normal sense of smell and touch.
• Evaluates changing conditions and initiates suggestions to Supervisor treatment procedures to ensure continued effective plant operations.
• Assists in tracking sufficient chemical and materials inventory to ensure continued plant operations.
• Constantly communicate with other team members and your supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Working with an increased level of proficiency, to monitor conditions and to make required changes in operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and to maximize plant efficiency.
• Monit…