Wastewater Operator

Artesian Water Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking water utility company, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of wastewater treatment facilities. This position involves daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to uphold environmental standards. You will collaborate with skilled operators and outside contractors to enhance facility efficiencies and respond to emergency situations. If you are passionate about environmental stewardship and possess the physical stamina and analytical skills to thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with Level IV Wastewater License required.
• Strong troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants efficiently.
• Perform daily checks and coordinate with outside contractors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Laboratory sampling

Analytical thinking

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Level IV State of Delaware Wastewater License

Tools

Personal computers

Respirator

Job description

Operate wastewater treatment plants within DNREC guidelines

DUTIES:

• Check all assigned wastewater treatment plants each day:
  • Pumps/motors and associated equipment
  • Station output/input
  • Chemical feeder s
• Check for any problems
• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Ensure the efficient and reliable operation and appearance of all wastewater facilities and related equipment.
• Assist Supervisor in coordinating daily work assignments for Wastewater Operators.
• Coordinate operations with outside contractors (farmers and/or golf courses operators).
• Recommend and assist in implementing improvements for department and facilities efficiencies.
• Collect and run laboratory samples and process control sampling.
• Input daily reports.
• Respond to any emergency needs for after-hours.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate. Level IV State of Delaware Wastewater License or higher. Must possess valid driver’s license with good driving record and working knowledge of personal computers.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

A variety of physical activities are required including, but not limited to, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, and lifting to gain access to meter pits, read meters, and lift bags of lime. Reading and writing are necessary to fill out daily pump log and read equipment settings. Visual acuity is required for reading equipment settings and driving truck. Requires the ability to learn related steps, processes, or elementary methods. Requires ability to plan a sequence of operations; to think and reason analytically in making decisions from complex alternatives to make water distribution decisions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:

Job requires exposure to outside environmental conditions such as extreme heat and cold along with exposure to vibration, noise, fumes, odors, dusts, and gases. Sometimes requires use of a respirator or other breathing apparatus.