Uniform Required = YES
Safety Sensitive Position = YES
PLANT OPERATOR I
Essential Functions Statements(s):
· Perform all duties of Operator I position while serving as backup plant operator roles as needed.
· Perform and assist in operations of treatment facilities to control flow and treatment of wastewater.
· Perform and follow instructions of the Operations Supervisor.
· Perform routine maintenance functions and housekeeping duties including lawn care.
· Perform and comply with safety procedures and guidelines.
· Perform any reasonable request within capabilities.
· PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Competency Statement(s):
· Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
· Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions in ensuring proper operations of utility equipment.
· Ability to make critical decisions that affect plant operation and compliance while following company policy and procedures.
· Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
· Ability to read and understand gauges.
· Ability to learn and understand laboratory testing procedures including Solids Analysis, pH measurement, microscopic examination.
· Ability to document activities and conditions of equipment.
· Ability to learn operation of the Activated Sludge Treatment process and make correct operational decisions that affect effluent quality.
· Ability to learn treatment concepts and operation of satellite plants.
· Ability to learn operation of equipment such as computer-controlled pumps and sludge dewatering belt filter presses.
· Must be able to interpret data gathered for the supervisor's use plans and diagrams.
· Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
· Knowledge in basic math includes some algebra.
· Knowledge in basic computer skills.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Ability to understand network of valves and piping to prevent sewerage overflows and damages to equipment.
· Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary.
· Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of safe work assignments.
SKILL & ABILITIES:
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required
Experience: Experience working on a treatment plant or sewer line plumbing etc
Computer Skills: Basic PC Experience. Software to include MS Office, SCADA, and CMMS
Certifications & Licenses:
Must have a Class I Wastewater Operator License or obtain one during first year of employment.
Must have a Valid Arkansas driver’s license.
Other Requirements:
Knowledge in the treatment process of wastewater.
Knowledge in proper use of chemicals used to treat wastewater.
Skill Operates 2-ton crane
ABILITY Lifts 50 pounds on an occasional basis and to bend, squat, stoop and
stretch.
ABILITY Withstands the sight and smell of raw sewage.
ABILITY Walks or stand for extended periods of time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.75 - $32.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least one year of wastewater experience?
License/Certification:
- Class I Operators license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
