OPERATOR I - WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

Ardmore; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to operate and maintain its wastewater treatment facilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal, state, and city regulations while performing essential maintenance and repairs. Candidates should be comfortable working in confined spaces and possess strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with supervisors and team members. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to essential public services while ensuring the safety and efficiency of wastewater operations. Join a committed team and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver license and ability to obtain a Class D WasteWater Works Operator license.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant and pumping facilities.
• Perform laboratory testing of wastewater and maintain reports and logs.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Basic Math Skills

Organizational Skills

Efficiency

Microsoft Office

SCADA Programs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA System

Job description

Operates and maintains the City's wastewater treatment plant and pumping facilities to ensure all Federal, State and City requirements are met.

• Assist with all repairs, projects and preventative maintenance of all machinery.
• Must be able to verbally communicate with supervisor, while supervisor is in confined spaces, such as 20' to 60' dry wells, to be able to understand, retrieve and send up and down the correct tools.
• Must be able to inspect all pumps, gauges, and wastewater treatment equipment, listening, looking and smelling for malfunctions and leaks; diagnose needed repairs; perform maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Perform laboratory testing of wastewater both influent and effluent; perform other tests as required by the treatment plant permit.
• Maintain a variety of reports, logs, meters and charts on a daily basis; maintain parts inventory.
• Monitor treatment plant SCADA system to ensure proper operation of the plant; perform daily plant checks to discover and troubleshoot mechanical problems.
• Must be able to work without supervision; must be able to work on-call if needed and fill-in on other shifts if needed.
• Assist with grounds maintenance to include mowing, weed eating, edging and watering.
• Assist personnel at the Compost Facility when needed.
• Assist plant mechanic when needed.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Oklahoma driver license.
• Possess or ability to obtain within 12 months a Class D WasteWater Works Operator license.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with supervisors, peers, salesmen, and suppliers, both verbally and in written form; must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be organized, efficient, creative, and capable of implementing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office software and SCADA programs.

Physical Job Requirements:

Normal Vision with or without corrective lenses, normal hearing level with or without aid, moderate to loud noise level. Must be able to go from indoor to outdoor environment daily.

• Stand: Over 2/3
• Lift up to 50 pounds: Over 2/3
• Walk: Over 2/3
• Work Indoors and Outdoors: Over 2/3
• Sit: Under 1/3
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Over 2/3
• Climb or balance: Over 2/3
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Over 2/3
• Talk or hear: Over 2/3
• Taste or smell: Over 2/3

Conditions of Employment:

• Subject to post offer, pre-employment drug screen.
• Subject to post offer, pre-employment fit for duty examination.
• Subject to post offer, pre-employment criminal background check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Performance Measurements:

• The Public Utilities Department functions well, provides excellent customer service to employees and the public, and administers City policies and procedures.
• Policies and procedures relevant to Public Utilities are understood, followed, and modeled for other employees.
• Effective relations exist with co-workers as well as with the public and complaints are resolved in a timely manner.
• The City’s professional reputation is maintained.

This is a Safety Sensitive position:

This job has been classified as a “safety sensitive” position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. In this position, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, which might include random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a Medical Marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for Marijuana.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER