Wastewater System Operator

Crested Butte, Town of (CO); Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Crested Butte is seeking a wastewater maintenance technician to assist in operating and maintaining the wastewater plant and collection system. The role includes handling solids and compost processes, sampling, data analysis, and reporting results.

Responsibilities include emergency repairs within one hour, on-call 24/7 shifts, snow removal at the facility, and assisting with town public works tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience operating and maintaining mechanical and/or electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation and maintenance of wastewater plant and collection system.
• General maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facility.
• Respond to and provide for emergency repairs within one hour.
• Operate the solids handling process.
• Operate the compost process.
• Measure and record information on system/plant performance.
• Collect samples and perform laboratory tests and analyze data.
• Assist with inspection and maintenance of lift stations; record data and analyze.

Skills

Gauge readings

Arithmetic calculations

Record keeping

Initiative and judgment

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

First aid/CPR

Observation of safety hazards

Reading plans/diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Assists in the operation and maintenance of wastewater plant and collection system.

• General maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facility.
• Responds to and provides for emergency repairs within the wastewater and water system and must be able to respond within one hour.
• Operation of the solids handling process.
• Operation of the compost process.
• Measure and record information on system/plant performance.
• Collect samples, perform laboratory tests and analyze data.
• Assist with the inspection and maintenance of lift stations; record data and analyze.
• Snow removal at wastewater treatment facility.
• Conduct sewer line TV inspection and cleaning.
• Understand and assist with the operation of the water system.
• Perform special projects as assigned (e.g., sewer line rehab, biosolids disposal).
• Operates a variety of equipment (backhoe, loader, dump truck, skid steer, mini excavator).
• Responds to questions and concerns from the public.
• Maintains a variety of records; makes periodic and special reports of work performed.
• Ensures that safe work practices and procedures are followed and that appropriate safety equipment is utilized.
• Regularly scheduled 24 hour/ 7 day on call duties.
• Assist with Town snow removal activities as assigned
• Assists other Public Works functions as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Use of hand and power tools and equipment.
• Principles and practices of electrical, mechanical and plumbing system installation, maintenance and repair.
• Principles and practices of wastewater plant, collection system, water plant, or distribution system operations and maintenance.
• Principles and practices in the proper handling and storage of chlorine and other hazardous chemicals.
• Safety practices and procedures.
• Standard office administrative practices and procedures, including record keeping systems and the operation of office equipment, computers, and associated software.

Skill in:

• Accurately reading and recording data from gauges and meters.
• Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Maintaining accurate and legible logs and records of work performed.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, contractors and the public.
• Troubleshooting and repairing improperly functioning equipment.
• Basic first aid and CPR.
• Recognizing unusual, inefficient or dangerous operating conditions, and taking appropriate action.
• Collecting samples and performing standard chemical and biological tests.
• Operating computerized and mechanical equipment to control plant processes.
• Ensuring safe and proper use of facilities, chemicals, vehicles, and equipment.
• Reading and interpreting plans, diagrams, and specifications.

Equivalent to high school diploma and one (1) year of experience in operating and maintaining mechanical and/or electrical equipment.

Must possess a valid Colorado Class D Wastewater Plant Operation and Class 1 Collection System licenses and Class D Water Plant Operation and Class 1 Distribution System licenses, or obtain them within one (1) year of date of employment.

Minimum immunizations required: tetanus, polio and hepatitis A and B (must be current or obtained immediately after employment)

Medical Examination

Town may require a pre-employment physical examination performed by our examining physician. A pre-employment drug test will be required.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Strength and physical ability to perform duties in a plant setting, including operating light and medium vehicles, hand and power equipment; stamina to perform sustained physical labor, including standing, walking, climbing and working in confined or awkward spaces; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds of force; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Work is subject to performance under adverse environmental conditions, with exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, fumes, gases and moving mechanical machinery.