Wastewater Operator

Overview

We are seeking a Wastewater Operator for assignment in Tucson, Arizona. The selected candidate will perform a variety of tasks in the operations and maintenance of a central utility plant and/or water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues; implement corrective actions during assigned shifts
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant systems to ensure reliability and efficiency of utility distribution and treatment processes
• Monitor and operate equipment including gauges, meters, valves, pumps and motors; adjust chemical dosages and flow rates as needed
• Operate and monitor PLCs and SCADA systems for process control
• Ensure compliance with company and project policies and procedures; report any deviations
• Maintain accurate daily logs, rounds, lab records and prepare required reports
• Utilize and update the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to optimize maintenance activities and documentation
• Collect samples and conduct routine laboratory tests on influent, effluent, biosolids and industrial discharges
• Manage biosolids processing, hauling and application in accordance with schedules and regulations
• Participate in safety meetings, training sessions and process control discussions
• Make operational decisions in the absence of supervisory staff
• Communicate operational needs and changes to supervisors to maintain safe and efficient operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED
• A valid Drivers License
• A Grade 1 Wastewater License at minimum
• 1+ years experience operating water/wastewater treatment facilities