WWF Plant Operator IV

GRADE 2120
Pay Range $62,234 - $90,834

General Description

The purpose of this position is to perform highly skilled and difficult work in the supervision, operation, repair, and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants and sludge disposal facilities including their structures, equipment, and grounds in compliance with applicable permit requirements. This limited position works under general supervision of the Wastewater Operations Supervisor, 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.

  • Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
  • Monitors equipment and maintains logbook.
  • Takes water samples and flow readings.
  • Wastes sludge from the clarifiers.
  • Takes sludge blanket readings and record in logbook.
  • Receives and loads chlorine cylinders.
  • Collects dissolved oxygen test samples.
  • Cleans still wells and chlorine contact tanks.
  • Monitors the telemetry panel and note unusual conditions.
  • Changes flow charts.
  • Performs general custodial work to keep plant and facilities clean.
  • Assists in minor mechanical repairs to mechanical equipment.
  • Monitors pumping stations data; in case of problem contacts maintenance personnel to perform corrective actions.
  • Operates and cleans concentrators and belt filter presses.
  • Participates in preventive maintenance of plant equipment.
  • Assists in training of Plant Operator III, II, I, and Trainee positions.
  • Monitors all plant processes including sludge pumps, flow and chlorine rates, and solids removal and recycling, and septage receiving facilities to ensure proper operation.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by five (5) years of operations experience as a Plant Operator III or any combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of wastewater treatment; comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations and procedures; ability to train others in plant operations; ability to supervise the work of others; mature judgment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers and supervisors; good 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.

  • This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, Up to 20 pounds of force frequently, Up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
  • Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
  • Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
  • Mental acuity is required to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
  • Physical attendance at work sites is required to perform manual tasks, provide immediate service to onsite customers, and supervise or interact with work groups.
  • Visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm’s length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
  • The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.
  • The worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

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.

  • Hazards are infrequent but may include: fumes, dust, gasses, moving mechanical equipment parts, inadequate lighting and loud noises.

Special Certifications and License Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
  • 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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