Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

city of Morganton; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

457(b) plan

Annual leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Morganton is seeking a Night Shift Wastewater Plant Operator to run equipment, monitor processes, collect samples, and perform routine maintenance at the wastewater treatment facility.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid NC driver's license, and progression toward the NC wastewater operator certification (Level 1) within three exam cycles; starting pay is $39,777 annually, with full benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain NC Wastewater Operator Certification Level 1 within three exam cycles.
• Must have a valid NC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment plant equipment and control mechanisms.
• Collect wastewater samples and conduct laboratory testing.
• Maintain logs and records of plant operations.
• Troubleshoot faults and perform minor repairs.
• Handle large tank filling/draining with wash-downs using hoses.

Skills

Wastewater treatment operations

Laboratory testing

Recordkeeping / logging

Troubleshooting faults

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NC Wastewater Operator Certification (Level 1)

Tools

Valid NC driver's license

Job description

Great Benefits: Retirement, Health Insurance, Dental & Vision Insurance. 401K, 457, Annual and Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays and more!

Position operates a variety of machines, equipment and control mechanisms of the Wastewater Treatment plant.Work includes frequent checks of the facility equipment and processes, operating variety of valves, motors and pumps. Collecting wastewater samples, perform laboratory testing, written logging and recordkeeping. Investigating and troubleshooting variety of faults/alarms, making minor repairs. Large tank filling and draining with wash-downs using water/fire hoses.

Must be able to frequently ascend and descend stairs. Must be able to work in all weather conditions.Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. safely. Must be able to successfully pass the first level exam of State of NC required plant operator's certification program within three exam cycles. Must have a valid NC driver's license. Must be a high school graduate.

Operation hours will be night shift 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, every other weekend and some holidays are required. Starting salary - $ 39,777. ($19.12/hr.)Open until filled.

Human Resources Department
The Human Resources office is located on the second floor of Morganton City Hall.

Mailing Address
City of Morganton
Human Resources Department
PO Box 3448
Morganton, NC 28680-3448

Address

Second Floor, City Hall
305 E. Union St. Ste A100
Morganton , NC 28655