Wastewater Plant Technician Water and Wastewater Treatment Authority

Description

Under limited supervision, performs the operation and maintenance of the Hamilton County WWTA Sanitary Sewer Collection System and Wastewater Treatment Plants, and is responsible for performing activities related to ensuring the operation/procedures are properly implemented to meet regulatory requirements and perform specialized work associated with operation/maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Plant and Decentralized Treatment systems. Work requires limited supervision and fills in as Plant Operator when needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks ,physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate’s Degree in Environmental Science or a closely related field and a valid driver’s license. A valid driver’s license is required.

OR

The equivalent of a High School Diploma and at least two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant or decentralized treatment system. A valid driver’s license is required.

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

This position has been identified as “safety-sensitive” under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post-offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires one of the following: State of Tennessee Certification as a Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade II or III, or the ability to obtain one within two (2) years of date of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work requires moderate physical effort involving considerable driving and walking with limited sitting and standing. Regular visits to construction, collection system, and treatment plant sites are required. Occasional lifting and carrying up to one hundred (100) pounds is required. Required to enter confined spaces.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head

Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.

All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx

Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, and paid holidays to Full Time and Skimp (25 hours per week) employees. Full time employees also receive Retirement.