WASTEWATER OPERATOR 1

City of West Haven; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (401k) with employer 8

Life insurance

Long‑term disability

Job summary

City of West Haven is seeking a Wastewater Operator I to operate, repair, and maintain the water and wastewater treatment plant and to perform routine laboratory tests. The role requires monitoring meters, adjusting processes, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualified candidates will have 1–4 years of relevant plant experience, a state operator certification, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers a standard benefits package and a regular shift schedule, with a 3rd shift

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience operating water/wastewater treatment facilities
• Possess a valid vehicle operating license
• Operator certification at a level required by the State and project
• Able to type and enter data in computer spreadsheets and data management systems

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and maintain water/wastewater plant facilities
• Perform routine laboratory tests
• Diagnose operating problems and take corrective action during shifts
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with contacts
• Ensure plant operates at required standards
• Monitor gauges, meters, and control panels
• Take samples and perform routine test analyses
• Perform routine maintenance and custodial duties
• Make operating decisions in supervisor’s absence

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Computer data entry

Laboratory testing

Education

State-required operator certification

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Wastewater Operator 1

Salary Range: $29.39 To $29.39 Hourly

2 SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 3RD SHIFT THURS-MON AND 1ST SHIFT THURS-MONHOURLY RATE: $29.39 FOR 1ST SHIFT; 3RD SHIFT HAS A DIFFERENTIAL

I. TITLE

Operator I

II. REPORTS TO

Operator II

Operations Supervisor

III. SUPERVISES

Operator-In-Training

IV. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates, repairs, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment plant’s facilities
• Performs routine laboratory tests
• Diagnoses operating problems and performs necessary corrective action during work shift
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
• Assures plant operates at required standards

V. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs any combinations of following tasks pertinent to controlling operation of plant:
• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels
• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process adjustment requirements
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control
• Starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings
• Takes samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties
• Makes operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel
• Performs other duties as required

VI. QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-4 years experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants
• Possess a valid vehicle operating license
• Operator certification at a level required by the State and the project
• Able to type and enter data in computer spreadsheets and data management systems. General knowledge of computer operations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical sewage analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision and training; safe work practices

VII. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to transport self over plant facility
• Must be able to ascend and descend stair steps
• Must be able to lift bags weighing up to 50 pounds each from floor
• Must be able to bend frequently to collect samples
• Must be able to push a power lawn mower for up to 3 hours per 8-hour shift
• Must be able to work in all types of weather

VIII. BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a City match of up to 8%
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time, Personal Time, and Sick Leave
• 50% Tuition Discount at the University of New Haven for City employees

THE CITY OF WEST HAVEN IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER