WASTEWATER OPERATOR

Brakebush Brothers, Inc.; Hartwell (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Brakebush Brothers, Inc in Hartwell, GA is seeking a Wastewater Operator to operate, monitor, maintain and troubleshoot the wastewater treatment facility and its processes. The role includes testing, compliance with regulations, and coordination with the Chief Operator.

The position requires a high school diploma and experience in operating a wastewater facility, with on-call availability for emergencies and occasional weekend checks.

Qualifications

• Hold a high school diploma and adequate experience in operating a wastewater treatment facility.
• Ability to perform and document tests required by state and federal agencies.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and repair malfunctions.
• On-call availability and willingness to respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling, monitoring and testing to maintain compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process, and storm water and sludge management.
• Install, maintain and repair the physical plant and all of their components.
• During the Chief Operator’s absence, act as the Department’s representative to the public.
• On call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the plant.
• Conduct the necessary weekend checks of the treatment plant on a rotating basis.
• Communicate with the Chief Operator regarding the treatment process and pump stations operation and malfunctions, and make recommendations for repairs and improvements to these systems.

Skills

Site safety awareness

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Wastewater equipment

Job description

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City, State: Hartwell, GA

Reports to: MAINTENANCE MANAGER

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Wastewater Operator

Wastewater Operators arein charge of making sure the contamination in wastewater is breaking down effectively during the production/cleaning process.

Nature of the Work

To operate, monitor, maintain, and trouble-shoot the wastewater treatment facility and its processes.

Work involves responsibility for the technical aspects of plant operations, compliance with state and federal operating regulations, and underground sewer system. Work is performed with considerable independence under the direction of the Chief Operator, subject to review through reports and results achieved.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of sampling, monitoring and testing required to maintain compliance with Federal State and Local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process, and storm water and sludge management

Perform the installation, maintenance and repair of the physical plant and all of their components.

During the Chief Operator’s absence, act as the Department’s representative to the public.

On call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the plant.

Conduct the necessary weekend checks of the treatment plant on a rotating basis.

Perform all work in conformance to Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations.

Maintain open communications with the Chief Operator regarding the treatment process and pump stations operation and malfunctions, as well as make recommendations for repairs and improvements to these systems.

Work Requirements

Be able to perform and document various tests required by State and Federal agencies for the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.

Perform daily checks of the wastewater treatment process and periodic checks.

Have a working knowledge of the operation, methods and procedures of a wastewater treatment plant.

Have a working knowledge of the machinery used for wastewater treatment and pumping stations.

Have a thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.

Have a working knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair.

Have a basic knowledge of State and Federal rules governing wastewater discharges and worker’s safety.

Have the ability to work with independence and to make routine decisions on the operation of the plant processes and equipment during the Chief Operator’s absence.

Training and Experience Required

Hold a high school diploma and have adequate experience in operating a wastewater treatment facility.

Physical Requirements

Have the ability to bend and climb

Have the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Have the ability to detect and differentiate colors.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug testand background check arerequired.

Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to provide or assume work sponsorship of employment visas.

Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.

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Brakebush Brothers, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our hiring, training, or promotion policies. We will not discriminate against job applicants or employees for reasons of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you need assistance with the application process, please call [phone] or visit our contact us page for more ways to reach us.