Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

City of Elizabeth City; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Elizabeth City is seeking an entry-level Water Treatment Plant Operator to learn and assist in daily operations of the wastewater treatment facility in Elizabeth, NJ. You will perform sampling, testing, and routine maintenance under supervision, while maintaining accurate records and logs.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to obtain a Class C Water Treatment Plant Operators certificate; a valid New Jersey driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a Class C Water Treatment Plant Operators certificate.
• Valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate a wastewater treatment plant and take samples.
• Perform routine tests and maintain plant records.
• Inspect plant and equipment and take corrective actions as needed.
• Read meters and logs and report readings.
• Backwash filters and manage chemical feeders.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and housekeeping duties.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Record keeping

Lab testing basics

Reading meters/gauges

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

City of Elizabeth City is seeking an entry-level Water Treatment Plant Operator to learn and assist in daily operations of the wastewater treatment facility in Elizabeth, NJ. You will perform sampling, testing, and routine maintenance under supervision, while maintaining accurate records and logs.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to obtain a Class C Water Treatment Plant Operators certificate; a valid New Jersey driver’s license is required.