What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator - in - Training/ Treatment 2 (2 Positions) position at Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District?
JOB
Currently the candidate will report to one of the following locations: Derek R Guthrie WQTC 11601 Lower River Road Louisville, Ky 40272Hite Creek WQTC 5500 Hitt Road Louisville, KY 40245Assists in the process operation and routine, corrective & preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities. Time in this position acts as a training period to become qualified as an Operator.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Stops, starts and adjusts process equipment. Samples, analyzes and reports information for continuous optimum operation. Monitors and identifies mechanical problems with regular direction from supervisors or guidance from Operators/Sr. Operators and responds to emergency conditions. Learns lubrication and oiling techniques. Reads and interprets various dials, gauges, flow gauges, flow integrators and charts and explosivity and toxic analyzing equipment. Learns to operate all types of valves and pumps. Learns to properly clean and paint equipment and facility areas. Learns to mix chemicals. Regulates chemical feed equipment. Performs laboratory and field tests for quality control as required by regulatory agencies. Responds to emergencies and properly notifies supervisor of problems. Assists mechanics, electricians, technicians, contractors and others to repair equipment. Maintains landscaping of buildings and grounds. Cuts grass, weeds and bushes. Assists treatment plant operators in performing general housekeeping duties. Serves on the Emergency Response Team as directed. Performs preventive and/or corrective maintenance as required. Performs other related duties as assigned or as judgment/necessity dictates.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
High School Diploma or GED; two years of skilled labor or related experience, or successful completion of a recognized basic wastewater treatment course or other related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must meet aptitude assessment requirements. Mechanical experience desired. Pump station experience is preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license. CDL preferred. Must have an acceptable and reliable means for being contacted during off-duty hours. Must have safe work and driving habits.
Currently the candidate will report to one of the following locations: Derek R Guthrie WQTC 11601 Lower River Road Louisville, Ky 40272Hite Creek WQTC 5500 Hitt Road Louisville, KY 40245Assists in the process operation and routine, corrective & preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities. Time in this position acts as a training period to become qualified as an Operator.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Stops, starts and adjusts process equipment. Samples, analyzes and reports information for continuous optimum operation. Monitors and identifies mechanical problems with regular direction from supervisors or guidance from Operators/Sr. Operators and responds to emergency conditions. Learns lubrication and oiling techniques. Reads and interprets various dials, gauges, flow gauges, flow integrators and charts and explosivity and toxic analyzing equipment. Learns to operate all types of valves and pumps. Learns to properly clean and paint equipment and facility areas. Learns to mix chemicals. Regulates chemical feed equipment. Performs laboratory and field tests for quality control as required by regulatory agencies. Responds to emergencies and properly notifies supervisor of problems. Assists mechanics, electricians, technicians, contractors and others to repair equipment. Maintains landscaping of buildings and grounds. Cuts grass, weeds and bushes. Assists treatment plant operators in performing general housekeeping duties. Serves on the Emergency Response Team as directed. Performs preventive and/or corrective maintenance as required. Performs other related duties as assigned or as judgment/necessity dictates.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
High School Diploma or GED; two years of skilled labor or related experience, or successful completion of a recognized basic wastewater treatment course or other related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must meet aptitude assessment requirements. Mechanical experience desired. Pump station experience is preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license. CDL preferred. Must have an acceptable and reliable means for being contacted during off-duty hours. Must have safe work and driving habits.
