WRRF Operator I

Renewable Water Resources (ReWa); Greer (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) in Greer, South Carolina, is seeking a Wastewater Operator to monitor and control daily plant operations, maintain compliance, and ensure safe, efficient performance.

The role requires a valid state driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of experience at a biological wastewater facility, and a D license with C license within one year.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid state driver’s license.
• High school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working at a biological wastewater treatment facility.
• Must possess a D Biological Wastewater Operator license and obtain a C license within one year.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and performs daily wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Ensures plant compliance with all permitted limits.
• Inspects equipment for efficiency, maintenance needs and cleanliness.
• Starts, regulates, and adjusts motors, pumps, and valves to meet conditions.
• Calibrates meters and adjusts chemical rates as necessary.
• Collects samples and conducts routine lab tests and records results.
• Coordinates solids handling procedures and safety reporting.
• Performs preventive maintenance and assists with repairs as needed.
• Maintains accurate work records and responds to inquiries.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

D Biological Wastewater Operator license

C Biological Wastewater Operator license within 1 year

Job description

The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Monitors and performs all daily wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Ensures WRRF is operating efficiently and in a manner that maintains compliance with all applicable permitted limits.
• Inspects equipment and processes to determine efficiency of operations, maintenance requirements, and cleanliness.
• Starts up, shuts down, regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, compressors, grinders, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
• Calibrates meters; monitors and adjusts chemical rates as necessary.
• Monitors process data and enters data into computer system daily.
• Collects samples and conducts routine laboratory tests, records results and calibrates laboratory equipment.
• Coordinates solids handling procedures.
• Identifies and reports/corrects safety issues.
• Assists in troubleshooting technical and mechanical problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and assists with the repair and modification of equipment as needed.
• Advises superiors of unusual operating problems.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete work records.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.
• Serves on call as scheduled to ensure uninterrupted service for customers.
• Attends conferences, meetings, training, seminars, etc., as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Management may assign additional duties as trained for and qualified to do so related to the work of the position as necessary.

Essential Skills & Experienc e:

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must possess a high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training.
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience working at a biological wastewater treatment facility.
• Must possess a minimum of an ‘’D’’ Biological Wastewater Operator license.Must obtain a “C” Biological Wastewater Operator license within one (1) year.

Posting Statement

ReWa is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmitive Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. ReWa welcomes all.