Wastewater Operator

The Wastewater Operator is responsible for serving the MA Fall River Service Area. In this role, you will monitor and adjust various treatment processes to ensure compliance with all relevant permits and regulatory standards. The Wastewater Operator will collect and document data and wastewater samples from their designated facilities. Additionally, the operator will perform preventative maintenance on equipment according to the operations and maintenance manuals for the contracted sites. A MA wastewater treatment license is required for this position. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, independent, and well-organized professional who can efficiently manage their schedule to meet the assigned site coverage requirements outlined below.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform critical testing of facility operations, such as PH, dissolved oxygen, chlorine, etc., in order to monitor system condition
• Complete Discharge Monitoring Reports as required by facilities permits
• Perform general preventative maintenance on treatment plant equipment such as blower oil, filter and belt changes and pulling and inspecting submersible pumps, etc. (Further defined below in addendum A)
• Maintain complete, accurate, legible records of all phases of facility operations
• Maintain complete, accurate, legible records of all equipment and plant maintenance
• Assist to prepare monthly written operating report based on facility’s operation and/or maintenance records for the client, employer or regulatory agency as required
• Inform Supervisor in a timely manner of plant problems, upsets, plant expansion, repairs, etc.
• Work conscientiously, adhere to EH&S policies and processes, and be aware of and report safety hazards
• Required to be part of a 24 hour on call rotation
• Be prepared to discuss in a professional manner the plant operations with employer, client, visitors or regulatory personnel
• Collect required samples, log in samples correctly and accurately, and submit samples to laboratory and review results to ensure permit compliance
• Operate plants to meet all regulatory guidelines and responsibilities
• Assist maintenance personnel with pump, blower, motor, valve, etc. removal
• Maintain accurate records for gasoline, mileage, timesheets, expenses, etc.
• Work scheduled weekends and occasional holidays for assigned route
• Project a positive image to operators, clients, regulatory agencies, engineers, etc.
• Confined Space Entry – this may be required on occasion after thorough training provided by NSU
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of wastewater experience, preferred but, not required
• 40-hour work week: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30 pm (30 minute lunch)
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as requested
• Overtime as required
• Available for emergency situations
• Available for a 24 hour on call rotation
• Certificates, licenses, and registrations:
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • MA Wastewater license required
  • Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Occasionally required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Occasionally required to talk or hear
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work in high, precarious places
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• Occasionally exposed to blood borne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
• Occasionally exposed to loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)
• Occasionally exposed to very loud noise (example: jack hammer work)

*Compensation for this position will be based on the candidate's experience and relevant licensing.*

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Natural Systems Utilities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NSU complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.