What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water wastewater operator position at Town of Snow Hill?
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Completes all operational maintenance tasks within the wastewater treatment facility and acts as lead person to assist operator trainees in completion of their assigned tasks;
- Acts as lead person during installation of new water meter services and during water distribution repairs;
- Implements preventive maintenance programs and performs schedule equipment maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, etc.;
- Troubleshoots operational problems at the wastewater treatment facilities and makes necessary repairs and / or recommendations for outside service, as required;
- Completes laboratory analysis;
- Inspects the water treatment facilities and sewage pumps station and record operational data, as required;
- Collects samples and mixes chemicals;
- Performs water meter readings;
- Tests and repairs water meters;
- Completes new sewer service connections and performs sewer line maintenance, as required;
- Adhere to the Town of Snow Hill Personnel Rules & Regulations;
- Perform other related duties as directed.
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Class 2 Water Treatment Operators License and / or a Class 5A Wastewater Treatment Operators License;
- Must possess the necessary certification for collection of drinking water samples;
- Must have thorough knowledge of both the trickling filter process and the activated sludge process of wastewater treatment;
- Must have basic knowledge of portable water systems;
- Must have mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of related equipment;
- Ability to control the aeration tanks and primary and secondary clarifiers;
- Must be able to perform tests for dissolved oxygen, pH, chlorine, settle-able materials, suspended solids and S V and I;
- Ability to use a pH meter and centrifuge;
- Must be observant and pay close attention to detail;
- Must possess a valid Maryland driver’s license.
Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position with Town benefits, paid vacation, health insurance and Maryland State Retirement.
Last updated : 2024-11-17
Salary : $43,000 - $49,317