Licensed Biological Wastewater Operator — Certification

Cityofcayce Sc; Cayce (SC); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Health Insurance

South Carolina Retirement System

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Professional Development and Cert. Op.

Job summary

The City of Cayce Utilities Department is seeking a Licensed Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation, maintenance, and quality control of the City’s wastewater facilities. This role requires monitoring processes, testing, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Responsibilities include adjusting chemical dosages, operating pumps and equipment, collecting samples, and maintaining logs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or technical training in wastewater treatment, environmental sciences, utilities or related field preferred.
• SC Class C certification required for licensed operator.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operation of the wastewater treatment plant and related systems.
• Monitor treatment processes and perform routine quality control and process testing.
• Determine and adjust chemical dosages to ensure proper wastewater treatment.
• Operate, inspect, and perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, compressors, and treatment equipment.
• Collect wastewater samples and drive City vehicles to monitoring locations as needed.
• Read and record data from gauges, meters, charts, and monitoring equipment.
• Change filters, adjust process flows, maintain chemical feed systems, and monitor storage tanks.
• Safely handle treatment chemicals and replace cylinders as needed.
• Maintain operating logs, reports, and plant records.
• Follow safety procedures including confined spaces and respirator use.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training in wastewater treatment

South Carolina Class "C" Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification

Job description

The City of Cayce Utilities Department is seeking a Licensed Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation, maintenance, and quality control of the City’s wastewater facilities. This role requires monitoring processes, testing, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Responsibilities include adjusting chemical dosages, operating pumps and equipment, collecting samples, and maintaining logs.