Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator February 2025

The City of Lancaster is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator. This position is responsible for efficient operation of the wastewater treatment facility by performing daily operational duties. Must have knowledge of basic wastewater treatment method, knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and knowledge of the operating requirements of a wastewater treatment facility.

JOB DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

This position is responsible for efficient operation of the wastewater treatment facility by performing daily operational duties.

Operates pumps, blowers, grit collectors, gas mixers, skimmers, flow monitoring equipment, control panels, boilers, transfer pumps, sludge collectors, computer system, electrical motors, chlorination/dechlorination equipment and all equipment used at the wastewater treatment facility;

Performs a variety of laboratory tests to determine operating conditions of the facility;

Regulates and uses sound judgment in the daily operation of the treatment facility;

Keeps work areas clean by performing good housekeeping duties including mopping, sweeping, dusting, cleaning windows, painting, etc.;

Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets operational solutions and makes adjustments to equipment and chemical feed rates;

Maintains records and logs of operations and records readings as required;

Required to perform duties on a variety of shifts;

Takes samples of wastewater at periodic intervals;

Assist maintenance personnel in performing mechanical repairs to facility equipment and as necessary;

Monitors computer system of the facility and lift stations and makes adjustments of the equipment utilizing these systems;

Reads daily logs of previous shift operations to determine the occurrence of conditions requiring special attention during his shift;

Inspects entire plant on assigned shift, records required readings, check motors, pumps, air compressors, sludge scrapers, electrical panels, chemical feed equipment & storage and a variety of other gauges, charts and equipment;

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of basic wastewater treatment method;

Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures;

Knowledge of a variety of hydraulic, chemical and mechanical principles pertinent to the operation of a wastewater treatment facility;

Knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a wastewater treatment facility;

Knowledge of chemical and bacteriological processes involved in the treatment of wastewater;

Knowledge and ability to make minor operating repairs and adjustments in connection with the equipment;

Knowledge of safety practices used in wastewater field;

Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices utilized in the wastewater treatment fields;

Ability to work around large equipment including pumps and electrical equipment, including the ability to inspect the equipment to detect problem areas and make corrective remedial measures;

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relations with associates and general public;

Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions and diagrams;

Ability to read and interpret gauges and meters used in regulating operations of plant equipment and maintenance;

Ability to maintain records and logs then prepare and submit reports;

Ability to read and understand plant blueprints and diagrams;

Ability to effectively utilize facility safety equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent;

Must possess a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License;

Any combination of training and experience which will indicate possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed above;

Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, drug test, criminal background investigation and a driving record check;

The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note that as a recipient of federal funds, the City of Lancaster is required to comply with federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. Therefore, the City has a zero-tolerance policy for controlled substances, which includes medical marijuana, federally scheduled substance.