Wastewater Plant Operator I-III — On-Call & Hands-On

Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wastewater Facilities Operator I, II, or III. Under supervision, the selected candidate will assist in operating and maintaining the Authority’s wastewater facilities and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, collecting samples, and performing routine lab tests while maintaining logs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment and transmission processes.
• S-1 or S-2 operator licensure (Operator II/III).

Responsibilities

• Operate treatment and transmission facilities to control the flow and processing of wastewater and sludge.
• Monitor gauges, meters, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Observe variations in operating conditions.
• Maintain accurate operating logs and records.
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory testing and analysis.
• Operate pumps, valves, gates, and related equipment.
• Make operational decisions in the absence of direct supervision.
• Respond to emergency situations and be available to report to Authority facilities on a 24-hour basis, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the safe and efficient operation of wastewater facilities.

Skills

Reading English

Analytical thinking

Communication

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wastewater Facilities Operator I, II, or III. Under supervision, the selected candidate will assist in operating and maintaining the Authority’s wastewater facilities and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, collecting samples, and performing routine lab tests while maintaining logs.