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Durham County is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Specialist II to manage activities at the Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant. This full-time position involves leadership in wastewater operations, maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Candidates must have relevant certification and experience, making it an excellent opportunity for those in the wastewater treatment field.
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Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow and play. For more information about Durham County Government, visit www.dconc.gov .
DEPARTMENT:
County Engineering
DATE POSTED :
March 24, 2025
CLOSING DATE :
HIRING RANGE:
HIRING RANGE:
$45,550 - $69,423POSITION NUMBER:
40001828
JOB TYPE:
Full-Time; 40 hrs/week
** THIS POSITION QUALIFIES FOR A $6,000 SIGN ON BONUS**
***THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANYTIME.***
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of the Operations & Maintenance II position is to perform, as lead, routine skilled and technical work in the operation of the Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant (TWWTP). The TWWTP is rated for an average daily flow of 12 million gallons per day and is specifically designed to meet future nutrient load requirements for the Jordan Lake nutrient management strategy. The TWWTP serves the southeast portion of Durham County inside and outside the Durham City limits and serves the Research Triangle Park within Durham County. The collection and treatment of domestic sewage and wastewater is vital to public health and clean water.It is among the most important factors responsible for the general level of good health enjoyed in the United States.
This position works under the supervision of the Utility Supervisor according to set procedures and is subject to working rotating shifts to provide continual coverage of the wastewater treatment plant.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
UNAVOILDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):
REQUIREMENTS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school and two years of experience in municipal or industrial wastewater treatment, laboratory operations, wastewater system inspection, or related experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a NC Biological Wastewater Grade III Certification and a valid North Carolina driver's license with a three-year acceptable driving record for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds .
Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer