Wastewater Operator

Job Description

Qualifications include:

High School Diploma or Trade School equivalent is required. An associate or bachelors degree in a field of science is desirable

Virginia Wastewater Operators License strongly preferred.

Demonstrates proficiency in the operation of dissolved oxygen meters, pH meters and chlorine analyzers

Strong troubleshooting skills in the areas of pumps, valves, and various wastewater treatment equipment

Ability to make clear, concise, and accurate date entries on worksheets and logbooks to meet state and quality system requirements

Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel with the ability to learn the Delta V Control System

Ability to lift to 75 pounds and comfortable working in a hazardous chemical environment.

Specific Accountabilities Include

• Providing 24 hour / 7-day operational support for an industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Monitoring influent water flows and making required process control changes to ensure compliance with company policies and all Federal and State regulations.
• Monitoring and ensuring efficient operation of the Natural Treatment System.
• Ensuring efficient operation of the solid waste system (belt filter press).
• Collecting samples, performing chemical and physical analysis, and interpreting data for operational control
• Monitoring and controlling stormwater flows to comply with company policies along with Federal and State regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulations and company safety policies.
  
  

3 skill sets for an ideal Candidate

Knowledge of basic Laboratory equipment pH meter, DO meter, Colorimeter and Spectrophotometer etc.

Basic computer skill for data entries & CBT-training (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Wastewater Treatment Plant operations basic experience (any level of Wastewater Operation certification from the government body e.g., Virginia State DEQ)

Work hours: Rotating shift work schedule as following to support continue 24 hours/7-day operation (work schedule can be change with business demand).

• 4-day straight daylight shift, Mon to Thu, shift starts @ 7:00 hr. and ends @ 19:00 hr. then 7 days off on Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu.
• 4-day straight graveyard shift, Fri to Mon, shift starts @ 19:00 hr. and ends @ 7:00 hr. then 3 days off on Tue, Wed & Thu.
• 3-day straight daylight shift, Fri to Sun, shift starts @ 7:00 hr. and ends @ 19:00 hr. then 1 day off on Mon.
• 3-day straight graveyard shift, Tue to Thu, shift starts @ 19:00 hr. and ends @ 7:00 hr. then 3 days off on Fri, Sat & Sun.
• Repeat the above cycle from #1 to #4.
  
  

Overtime Work: Overtime work requires by coming on your schedule day off while other operators Vacation/Sickness/Absenteeism.