Water/Wastewater Operations Technician

Major Job Duties

The Operations Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater treatment plant. This role ensures the water and wastewater treatment processes comply with environmental regulations and standards. The technician, under the supervision of a certified operator, will monitor and control the quality of water and wastewater, conduct routine inspections, and perform necessary maintenance to ensure the plant's smooth operation.

Primary Responsibilities

- Operate, maintain, and monitor equipment and processes to ensure proper operation

- Conduct regular test checks on chemical levels, water quality, and equipment operations

- Monitor water quality throughout the facility to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

- Quality control by performing routine testing of water and wastewater to ensure compliance with regulations

- Compile and enter plant operation and water quality data into SAMS system for use in required reports

- Record and report accurate operational data and performance metrics

- Perform routine, corrective, and preventive maintenance on treatment equipment and systems, including minor electrical and mechanical repairs, SCADA system, and variable frequency drives

- Operate and maintain chemical feed pumps for accurate dosing

- Oversee grounds and building maintenance

- Respond to emergency situations and system failures

- Travel to assigned plants in the local area

- Work various shifts as the treatment plant operates 24/7

- Adhere to safety protocols and procedures

- All other duties as assigned

Personal Attributes

- Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly

- Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem

- Attention to Detail - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task from the beginning to the end of the project/task

- Communication, Oral & Written- Ability to communicate effectively with others using both the spoken/written word

- Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures

- Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards

- Judgment -Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information

- Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task

- Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work- related problems

- Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

- Teamwork- Ability to work as part of a team

- Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations

Education/Skills

- High School diploma or GED

- Valid Driver License

- Familiarity with and the ability to learn industry software

- Certified Water/Wastewater operator is preferred

Working Conditions

- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

- Ability to climb to the top of systems as high as 20’

- Potential for loud noise

- Must be able to work in confined spaces

- Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 75 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks

- Must be comfortable working in high places

- Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, fumes, and odors