WASTEWATER OPERATOR POSITION DESCRIPTION
General Statement of Duties:
The Wastewater Operator under the direction of the Wastewater Superintendent, is knowledgeable and instructive in operation and maintenance duties and performs other work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- General knowledge of mechanics.
- Computer skills involving but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Able to perform maintenance in hazardous conditions.
- Self-motivated.
- Clean driving record and valid SD driver’s license – reliable transportation.
- Skilled in communication.
- Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Frequent use of hands and arms.
- Employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
- Able to lift 50 lbs. or more occasionally.
Job Duties include, but not limited to:
- Assist Wastewater Superintendent in collection of daily samples.
- Conduct daily inspections of wastewater system.
- Perform laboratory tests on collected samples.
- Repair or replace various pumps and equipment when necessary.
- General maintenance on buildings and equipment.
- Operation of equipment i.e. (Telehandler, Skid Steer, Mini Track hoe).
- Enter laboratory results into excel spreadsheets.
- Perform supply runs at various locations.
- Fill out forms and do deliveries of various samples to laboratory.
- Perform locates for utilities as requested by 811.
- General lawncare (i.e., mowing and weed eating operations).
- Analyze data to determine correct operation of treatment plant.
- Occasional operation of snowplow, removal of snow around city grounds.
- Must be able to be on call some nights and weekends determined by management.
- Any and all other work as deemed necessary by management.
- Be knowledgeable of and implement and adhere to all OSHA and other applicable safety regulations.
Work Environment:
Employee works inside and outdoors regardless of weather. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to heat, cold, rain and snow, along with dirt, dust and foul orders.
City of Summerset is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $22.01 - $22.56 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
