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Wastewater Treatment Operator I, II, III, IV
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Job Description
Wastewater Treatment Operator
I, II, III, IV
(Wastewater Treatment)
Spartanburg, SC, United States of America
$22.32 - $43.19
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Job Skills / Requirements WWT Operator I-IIUnder general supervision, operates the assigned waste water treatment plants in accordance with established guidelines, regulations, standards and rules ensuring the quality of effluent meets NPDES permit requirements. Reports to the Lead Operator. WWT Operator III-IV Under general supervision, assists the Lead Operator in the day-to-day operation of the assigned treatment facilities/programs. Assists with maintenance, process control, safety and training requirements for the assigned section of the WWT Department. Secondary responsibilities include special projects, and assistance with regulatory concerns. Reports to the Lead Operator.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
WWT Operator I
- High school diploma or equivalent and five to eleven months of experience in wastewater treatment principles and theory.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
- Must obtain Wastewater Operator Class "D" certification within two years of employment. WWT Operator II
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years of experience in wastewater treatment principles and theory.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
- Must possess a Wastewater Operator Class "C" certification. WWT Operator III
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of experience in wastewater treatment principles and theory.
- Must possess a valid driver's license: Class B CDL (with tanker endorsement) is preferred.
- Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
- Must possess a Wastewater Operator Class "B" certification.
- Must obtain Biosolids/Residuals Operator's Certification.
- Must be efficient in the use of computers and related software, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. WWT Operator IV
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four years of experience in wastewater treatment principles and theory.
- Must possess a valid driver's license: Class B CDL (with tanker endorsement) is preferred.
- Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
- Must possess a Wastewater Operator Class "A" certification for more than one year.
- Must obtain Biosolids/Residuals Operator's Certification.
- Must be efficient in the use of computers and related software, e.
g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Additional Requirements:
The WWT Operator Trainee must be willing to work towards advancement through Biological Wastewater progressions (e.g. Trainee D to C to B to A) in a scheduled time frame. Education Requirements (All) High School diploma or equivalent Certification Requirements (All)
WWTPO A, B, C, OR D CERTIFICATION
Additional Information /
Benefits Benefits:
Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Pension/Retirement, Educational Assistance This job reports to the Lead Operator This is a Full-Time position Number of Openings for this position: 1 Back Apply Now
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
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What they do
A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$55,726 / year median in South Carolina
+3% projected growth