What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator position at City of Enterprise, AL?
This position is responsible for servicing and maintaining the city’s wastewater collection and treatment operations.
MAJOR DUTIES
- Operates and maintains the wastewater collection system, treatment facilities, and lift stations.
- Reviews department payroll for accuracy and completeness.
- Trains and manages operators and trainees assigned to the city’s wastewater treatment facilities.
- Inspects wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, and sewer lines to identify repair and maintenance needs.
- Reviews and monitors compliance with preventive maintenance schedules.
- Analyzes data and completes state and federal reports.
- Monitors system compliance with permit guidelines and all relevant state and federal regulations.
- Prepares and maintains a variety of files and records.
- Addresses and resolves complaints from the general public.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager assigns work in terms of division goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of division activities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include ADEM regulations, EPA regulations, permit requirements, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
CONTACTS
- Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, representatives of state and federal agencies, engineers, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
- Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over other Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Trainees.
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment principles, operations, and equipment.
- Knowledge of wastewater collection system operation, repair, and maintenance principles.
- Knowledge of lift station equipment.
- Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of permit requirements.
- Knowledge of work safety principles.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in the interpretation of plans, maps, and specifications.
- Skill in the operation and maintenance of mechanical and electronic equipment.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to a high school diploma.
- Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require at least five years of related experience.
- Possession of a State of Alabama Wastewater Grade IV Operator license.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Salary : $19 - $30
