Minimum two years of experience as a treatment plant operator
Minimum 12 months of training or experience in supervisory principles/techniques
Certification equivalent to that required by EPA for water and/or wastewater works
Experience conducting routine laboratory tests on treatment plant flows
Responsibilities
Manage operations and maintenance programs for large water and wastewater treatment plants
Oversee laboratory operations, chemical and bacteriological testing, and staff training
Inspect and ensure mechanical equipment compliance with regulations
Conduct on-site investigations of inoperable equipment
Evaluate maintenance programs and implement corrective actions as needed
Benefits
Medical coverage
Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance after eligibility period
Generous paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick leave
Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
Education and development opportunities
Access to public retirement systems and optional deferred compensation plans
Full Job Description
Pay ranges from approximately $67,000 to $102,000. Starting pay will be based on qualifications, education, experience, and location.
What You'll Do:
Works under administrative direction and requires advanced level knowledge of state and federal guidelines regarding water and/or sewage treatment plant operations
Manages operation and maintenance program for large water treatment and wastewater treatment plants for institution employed plus neighboring institutions and surrounding community
Oversees operation of treatment plant laboratory and chemical and bacteriological testing and supervisors and trains treatment plant staff
Inspects facilities to determine that all mechanical equipment is being maintained and operated according to regulations
Makes on-site investigations of inoperable equipment
Inspects elevated tanks' condition and cathodic protection system, installations of equipment and contractors' work, steam and hot water boilers to determine results of chemical feed treatment
Evaluates conditions of plants and equipment and instructs resident personnel in corrective action
Evaluates preventive maintenance program; conducts safety and health inspections
Prepares safety programs
Meets with OEPA and Health Department concerning operation of plants
Consults with district treatment plant coordinators on troubleshooting problem
Reviews design drawings and specifications for water and sewage plant and mechanical equipment installations
Develops and writes specifications for new equipment
Develops and writes maintenance manuals
Researches, gathers and compiles information for records and reports
Plans, develops and submits management plans for land application (for disposal of sludge generated at plant) for OEPA approval
Makes necessary repairs or adjustments on equipment;
Keeps equipment in stock to make on-spot repairs (e.g., electrical control parts, alternators, coils, printed circuit control cards)
Attends annual training, meetings and/or serves on committees
Qualifications
Certificate of class at least equal to that required by water system &/or wastewater works classification pursuant to Rule 3745-7-02, Environmental Protection Agency; 24 mos. exp. as treatment plant operator in water &/or sewage treatment plant which included conducting routine laboratory tests on treatment plant flows; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques; valid drivers' license.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required technical experience/license. Only those applicants possessing the required technical experience/license listed in the position description are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The vacancy/job posting should also only list the required technical experience/license commensurate with the position in question.
Job Skills: Waste Management, Environmental Services, Technical Documentation, Management, Regulatory Compliance, General Maintenance, Attention to Detail, Oranizing and Planning, Problem Solving, Flexibility and Time Management.
