WWTP Treatment Operator

Town of Wilkesboro; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Wilkesboro in North Carolina seeks a Wastewater Treatment Operator Trainee to support daily operations at the wastewater treatment plant and assist in maintenance. You will help ensure proper flow and treatment, and contribute to plant efficiency under supervision.

This entry-level role involves monitoring equipment, collecting samples, and maintaining records while complying with safety rules. A high school diploma or GED is required, with NC Grade 1 certification or ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• NC Grade 1 wastewater operator license or ability to obtain within one year.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist in maintaining wastewater treatment and related equipment.
• Collect process samples and monitor readings.
• Maintain logs and reports; perform housekeeping and grounds tasks.

Skills

Wastewater treatment knowledge

Reading charts & gauges

Basic computer skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Ability to work outdoors

Education

High school diploma or GED

NC Grade 1 Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Job description

JOB OPENING
Wastewater Treatment Operator Trainee

JOB DESCRIPTION:An employee in this job is responsible for operating, assisting in maintenance, and performing a variety of technical tasks at the wastewater treatment plant for the Town of Wilkesboro. This position aids in the flow and processing of wastewater, and purifying water from the plant before it enters the Yadkin River. This process deals with industrial, residential, septic tanks, and leachate wastewater.

• This is an entry level operator position. The employee performs a range of wastewater treatment activities in a developing capacity under the direction of Wastewater Treatment Supervisor/ORC.

JOB DUTIES:

Note: The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned to every duty.

Operates and assists in maintaining wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and handling equipment.

Tends pumps, conveyors, blowers, valves, UV system, headworks, and other equipment used to treat wastewater.

Collects process control samples, DO readings, and other treatment data used to help the treatment process.

Cleans troughs, channels, weirs, baffles, and tanks by means of hoses, brushes, pumps and squeegees.

Monitors control panels and adjusts valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate the flow of wastewater through settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes.

Reads and interprets charts, flow meters, and other gauges to determine operating efficiency of equipment.

Maintains logs, records, and reports relative to the work. Performs related work as assigned.

Perform some housekeeping and ground maintenance duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the services and activities of a wastewater treatment plant along with methods and techniques used.

Basic knowledge of computer programs; including spreadsheet software and word processing.

Ability to recommend and implement goals and objectives for providing effective wastewater treatment services.

Ability to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.

Ability to work and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability to work alone without direct supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Conditions include everyday activity conducted in hot, cold, wet, and dry environments.
• Most work is performed outside throughout all seasons of the year.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The job requires but is not limited to an employee walking during a full shift, climbing platforms/stairs/ladders, drag/handle heavy hoses and, twist/turn various valves/knobs/handles.
• Other physical activities include using equipment such as chain saws, leaf blowers, mowers, string trimmers, and handheld tools.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED.

Minimum experience of wastewater treatment plant operations is preferred but not required.

The employee must possess a Grade 1 North Carolina Certification wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or the ability to obtain certification within one year.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid and appropriate North Carolina driver’s license.