Sewer Laborer

This position is responsible for performing a variety of essential duties related to the operation of the plant and its various associated buildings; including, but not limited to, the collection and control of flow, laboratory analysis, and the processing and discharge of effluent. Monitor equipment readings and respond as necessary; requires specific knowledge of mechanics and laboratory equipment; ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment and to accurately read and record data, charts, and gauges. The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (WTPO) is required to maintain a Wastewater Operator Certification. The WTPO reports to Wastewater Services Coordinator and is an employee of Newberry Township. Responsible for the general maintenance of all process equipment at the wastewater treatment plant Monitors operations to ensure proper processing of effluents to meet required quality standards. Starts and controls plant processes, chemical systems, and power generators in a safe and orderly manner; keeps machinery, equipment, structures, piping, work areas, grounds and landscaped areas in clean and orderly condition. Operates a variety of vehicles and power-driven equipment. Assists in the requisition and maintenance of an inventory of equipment and supplies necessary to carry out treatment plant operations. Must be available nights and weekends when needed. Substitutes for operations personnel as needed. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Responsible for sampling and calibrating lab equipment daily Responsible for twice weekly lab sampling Daily testing for phosphorous in effluent Maintain Test Belt press samples for percentage of solids. Maintain, run, and clean belt press. Service and maintain air compressors as needed. Maintain polymer hoppers. Responsible for dumpster loading and rake sludge while loading dumpster. Maintain waste sludge daily from plant and sludge thickener to digester. Unblock and decant daily. Maintain all diffusers twice annually. Maintain all plumbing as necessary. Clean effluent screen daily, all ultraviolet tubes monthly Maintains cleanliness of plant office, lab, and blower room Maintain plant wash down pump, weirs, and skimmers daily. Maintains sludge troughs twice a week. Pressure wash plant twice a month Maintain, check, and clean wet well as required. Mow and trim grass once a week in season, snow removal when necessary Perform other assigned duties as needed by the Wastewater Services Coordinator.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• York Haven, PA 17370 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• York Haven, PA 17370: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24