We're hiring two full-time Operator I/II positions in our Pollution Control Division. Each position will be filled at either the Operator I or Operator II level, with the title and pay rate determined by the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.
Pollution Control Operator I
Job Purpose Summary: This is the entry level position in Water Pollution Control. The Pollution Control Operator I performs routine tasks and duties involving the maintenance and operations of facility, grounds, and collection system equipment. Employees works under the direct guidance and supervision of the Plant Supervisor or Operator of a higher grade level on matters related to established procedures and guidelines based upon equipment manufacturer’s recommendations, the “Town of South Windsor, Connecticut Water Pollution Control Facility Upgrade Operation and Maintenance Manual”, or to agreed upon industry standards while learning job tasks.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities: (The following are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position but are not intended to be all inclusive.)
Performs routine preventive maintenance.
Assists Operators of a higher grade level in the operation, adjustment of controls and maintenance/repair of Water Pollution Control Facility, pump stations, and collection system equipment.
Performs regular pump station checks with higher classification operators
Assist Operators of a higher grade level in greasing and cleaning equipment, reading and interpreting meters and gauges.
Assist Operators of a higher grade level in Collections Systems work such as CCTV and cleaning of sewer lines.
Respond to emergency calls as scheduled to observe Operators of a higher grade level in learning how to locate problems and operate equipment.
Assist the Laboratory Analyst in collection of wastewater samples.
Assist Operators of a higher grade level in the inspection, repair and installation of equipment.
Performs general facility maintenance work such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding and painting equipment and facilities, as well as snow removal.
Observe Town and manufacturer’s safety requirements.
Operate Pollution Control vehicles.
Pollution Control Operator II
Job Purpose Summary: This level class within the Pollution Control Operator series is distinguished from the Pollution Control Operator I by the assignment of the full range of duties receiving only occasional instruction or assistance as new situations arise in the maintenance and operation of Facility, grounds, and collection system equipment in accordance with procedures and guidelines based upon equipment manufacturer's recommendations, the "Town of South Windsor, Connecticut Water Pollution Control Facility Upgrade Operation and Maintenance Manual", or to agreed upon industry standards.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Performs routine preventive maintenance for all Water Pollution Control Facility, pump station and collection system equipment and structures.
Expected to operate all Town vehicles and associate equipment used in the operation and maintenance of the collection and treatment systems.
Required to provide training.
Collects process samples in accordance with approved protocol.
Follows all town and manufacturer's safety requirements.
Collects operational data for records.
Monitors and responds to SCADA system.
Responds to trouble calls.
Operates and maintains Water Pollution Control Facility, pump station and collection system equipment, vehicles and structures.
Assists higher grade level Operators in equipment repair, tank and structure inspection, process control, and collection system maintenance.
Troubleshoots processes and equipment.
Provides operational control assistance for processes.
Responds to emergency call out to locate and mark out underground municipal utilities.
