Wastewater Collection Systems Operator

Hermitage City Of; Hermitage (Mercer County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

Paid leave

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Pension plan

Job summary

The City of Hermitage is seeking a Collection System Operator in the Water Pollution Control Department. This role monitors control panels and adjusts valves, operates auxiliary equipment at pump stations, and uses high pressure water cleaning gear to maintain the collection system.

Candidates should have an associates degree or at least three years of related experience, with the ability to obtain a PA CDL Class B and PA DEP Class E license within one year.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 3+ years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of wastewater treatment operations and equipment maintenance.
• Valid PA CDL Class B license and PA DEP Class E wastewater license (or obtain within one year).

Responsibilities

• Monitor control panels and adjust valves to regulate flow.
• Operate auxiliary equipment connected with the collection system and pump stations.
• Operate high pressure water cleaning equipment and diagnose machinery issues.
• Maintain logs of operations and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Install or repair parts and clean or lubricate machinery components.
• Residency can be anywhere in Mercer County; some areas in Lawrence County and Ohio may be eligible.

Skills

Wastewater knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Education

Associates degree

3+ years related experience

CDL Class B

PA DEP Class E wastewater license

Job description

The City of Hermitage is seeking a Collection System Operator in the Water Pollution Control Department. This role monitors control panels and adjusts valves, operates auxiliary equipment at pump stations, and uses high pressure water cleaning gear to maintain the collection system.

Candidates should have an associates degree or at least three years of related experience, with the ability to obtain a PA CDL Class B and PA DEP Class E license within one year.