Treatment Plant Operator

County of Anson; Wadesboro (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Anson seeks a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for Anson County's facility. The role performs operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties to ensure safe disposal of domestic and commercial waste materials.

You must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and be prepared to obtain a Grade I Wastewater Operator certification within one year. The plant operates seven days a week with variable shifts and routine drug screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Grade I Wastewater Operator certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitors plant operation through readings and tests to adjust processes as needed.
• Performs routine maintenance and keeps detailed records of activities.
• Operates equipment and ensures safe disposal of wastewater.
• Wears respirators when working around chemical tanks.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Grade I Wastewater Operator certification

Job description

Description

Anson County Wastewater

Treatment Plant Operator

Salary Grade 60: ($34,356 - $36,072)

General Description of Duties

Performs a variety of operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties designed to provide safe disposal of domestic and commercial waste materials. Work includes monitoring the plant’s operation through observation, mechanical readings and the results of standard chemical and biological tests to make necessary adjustments in the process as conditions or test results dictate. Other duties include assisting with plant and facilities maintenance and substantial record keeping of work activities. Employees are subject to hazards associated with plant operations including working both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases and poor ventilation. Workers may be required to wear respirators when working around chemical tanks.

Requirements

Minimum Training and Experience

High school diploma or GED. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license. Experience in the operation and maintenance of a water or wastewater treatment plant preferred.

Special Requirements

Certified as a Grade I Wastewater Operator within 1 year of hire. The Wastewater Treatment Plant is a 7 day-a-week operation that will require weekend, holiday and variable shift hours. Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check required.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including computers, calculators, radios, typewriters, compactors, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to maintain body equilibrium when bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, reaching and/or stretching arms, legs or other parts of body to grasp, push or otherwise move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to read gauges, dials, and observe moving parts of machines, and to record and review written records.

Closing Date

Open until filled.