Wastewater Operator Trainee Responsibilities Responsibilities include operating / maintaining two wastewater treatment plants, collection system, and nine satellite pump stations. The individual will cross trained to perform a variety of tasks to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the treatment plant, pump stations and collection system which include:

• Monitoring critical equipment and performing preventative maintenance on equipment as directed by Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), O &M manuals and instructions from the Superintendent.
• Collecting samples and performing laboratory analyses following SOP's as required by the NPDES permit discharge limitations and other needed process control samples.
• Performing process control adjustments as directed by SOP's and/or instructions from the Superintendent.
• Operating the belt filter press and make adjustments following SOP's.
• Operating sewer jetting equipment to clean lines and televise lines.
• Performing wet weather studies and lateral repair inspections.

The individual must possess excellent organizational, communicative as well as multi-tasking skills, be safety oriented, mechanically inclined, self-motivated, able to troubleshoot problems and display a positive attitude. The success candidate will work in a team environment as well as work independently. This position will require rotating weekend, holiday and on-call duties. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Possess a valid driver's licenses. Ability to obtain a "Class B-Subclass 1, 2 & 4" Operator Certification within 2 years of employment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person