Biosolids Plant Operator IV

GRADE 2121
Pay Range $65,354 - $95,389

General Description

The purpose of this position is to perform high-level work in the biosolids processing operation and maintenance of related equipment used in wastewater treatment plants and sludge disposal facilities. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Duties & Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions as necessary.

  • Assist Supervisor in coordinating daily work assignments for Biosolids Plant Operators.
  • Maintain accurate records of biosolids and plant operations, including data entry, logs, reports, and test results
  • Accurately processes biosolids to desired consistency ensuring compliance with DNREC permits
  • Operates and cleans belt filter presses and associated equipment.
  • Operates and cleans hot oil dryers and conveyor system.
  • Operates thermal fluid heaters and valves as required.
  • Completes repairs as necessary to processing equipment.
  • Participates in the safety checks; calibration and permitting of the thermal fluid heaters.
  • Performs regular preventative maintenance to equipment
  • Determines and adjust polymer feed rates to achieve best product.
  • Supervises and trains new biosolids staff, as directed.
  • Receives and properly stores supplies used in biosolids process.
  • Maintains and tracks all inventories for tools, parts and chemicals, etc.
  • Monitors telemetry panel(s) and responds properly to unusual conditions.
  • Collect and process laboratory samples and process control sampling.
  • Performs general custodial work to keep plant site and facilities clean.
  • Monitors equipment and maintains logbook.
  • Assists in monitoring all plant processes
  • Performs related work as required

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by five (5) years of experience in a biosolids processing operation, machinery repair, preventative maintenance, and boiler operation in a wastewater treatment plant, or any combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements

Significant knowledge of the principles, practices and methods used in wastewater treatment and pumping operations; thorough knowledge of and prevention of the occupational hazards connected with wastewater facilities; advanced knowledge of the operation of mechanical and electrical equipment used in wastewater treatment and pumping; superior knowledge of maintenance and adjustment of pumps, chemical feed machines and other plant equipment; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to perform manual labor; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers and supervisors; working knowledge of personal computers and pertinent applications; regular and timely attendance; performance of duties in a safe manner.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, bend, or climb and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear for potentially extended shifts.
  • The employee must be able to lift to 25 pounds on a frequent basis; lift 25 to 50 pounds on an occasional basis; and lift and/or move between 50 - 100 pounds with assistance.
  • The employee must have the physical ability to walk at least 1½ miles during each shift.
  • The employee must have the physical ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs frequently at multiple buildings or locations during each shift
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position works inside and outside regularly in various weather conditions.
  • The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and untreated wastewater.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • This position works a regular schedule; however, incumbents may be called in to work at irregular times in emergency situations and may be assigned to on-call.

Special Certifications and License Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
  • May be required to pass standardized examination to determine basic knowledge, skills & abilities.
  • Possession and retention of a valid Level IV Wastewater Operator license issued by the State of Delaware.

Notices

Kent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), Kent County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is an employment at-will position.

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