- This is an entry-level position involving the safe operation, maintenance and repair of the Towns wastewater treatment plant, and related facilities including pumping stations and water distribution systems
Employees are required to learn principles, practices and methods used in water treatment operations, as well as, the safe operation and servicing of equipment and machinery, handling and use of chemicals, working in and around environments containing chemicals and biologically active materials both indoors and outdoors in ambient conditions
- Receives direction and task from any senior employee
- Under the direction of a certified operator, controls flow and adjust treatment processes to ensure that the facility achieves compliance with applicable environmental permits
- Conducts proper operation of wastewater solids handling processes
- Maintains records, performs calculations, and composes reports
- Collects samples and conducts laboratory tests necessary to control and monitor treatment facility processes and operations
- Uses the computer and tablets for data entry and process control
- Performs in-plant maintenance according to the schedules and procedures established for the facilities to which assigned
- Cleaning, servicing, lubricating and repairing pumps, air compressors and blowers, chemical feed equipment, lawn mowing equipment, and other mechanical devices regularly found in water, wastewater and industrial wastewater treatment facilities
- Performs general housekeeping duties as needed or assigned, such as mowing grass, painting equipment and structures, and cleaning floors and windows
- Handles material and chemical shipments
- Operates Town of La Plata motor vehicles and other specialized equipment such as forklift and tractor, as required
- Assigned to any one of three shifts and required to be on duty Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays
- Subject to call in or work overtime to ensure that coverage of the treatment facilities and services are maintained
- Assists in performing emergency collection and distribution system work as required
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and the public using principles of good customer service and emphasizes that; "Service is our Business"
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see
The employee is frequently required to stand and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls
