Job Board Title:
Licensed Operator

Post Date
6/27/2025

Expiration Date
7/31/2025

Details:
DESCRIPTIVE SUMMARY:

The position encompasses a wide variety of tasks that are necessary to operate and maintain a wastewater treatment plant and collection system. This position is a skilled, licensed operator position.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIED DUTIES:


Makes frequent inspections of all wastewater and bio-solids process units to observe operating
conditions.
Makes adjustments to machines, valves, pumps, etc. as outlined by standard operating procedures. Reorders chemicals & monitors chemical inventory & reorders as needed, changes chlorine cylinders, mixes chemicals, adds microbial additives, etc. Operates various chemical feed systems.
Monitors supplies, reports restocking requirements and run errands.
Collects and delivers samples for processing at the main lab and treatment plant lab. Performs various lab tests, including instrumentation calibrations and solution preparation to insure optimization of the dewatering and treatment plant process.
Calculates various processes and dewatering operating data utilizing approved formulas. Records data and reports results. Enters data into computer.
Cleans treatment process units, machinery, buildings, grounds, etc.
Operates various mobile equipment and/or trucks.
May be required to play a support and/or feedback role on specifically assigned projects and/or programs- Assignments will be detailed as to specific project/program phase (i.e.- planning, designing, building, implementing, refining).
Performs preventive and other types of maintenance on equipment and throughout plant or collection system.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
May be required to carry a pager and/or work scheduled overtime.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the supervision of the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor.

SUPERVISION GIVEN:
Generally, none; but may supervise trainee on specific jobs.

GUIDELINES AND DISCRETION:

Performs all work within established guidelines and standard operating procedures or as directed by the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor.
This individual must also be able to work independently with minimum supervision. The Licensed Operator performs the tasks required within the guidelines and policies established by the Authority and the regulatory agencies. Guidelines vary from well-defined procedures to general instructions. Must be self-motivated, able to use good judgment and think independently.

KNOWLEDGE. ABILITY AND SKILL:


Ability to read, write and understand the English language.
Ability to perform high school level mathematics.
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
Knowledge of the function and operation of wastewater treatment plant process units and equipment.
Knowledge of laboratory procedures and wastewater biology.
Ability to operate various pumps and other wastewater treatment plant process equipment.
Valid motor vehicle operator license. Be computer literate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional course work in wastewater operations.
A minimum of four (4) years operating experience in a wastewater treatment plant. This person must have general knowledge in at least one trades (i.e.- mechanic, industrial electrician, plc programming & logic controls, plumber, welder, millwright, preventive maintenance, wastewater etc.). The Authority has the sole discretion to determine the quantity of skills and/or trades needed at any given time.
Required to maintain a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection wastewater operator\'s license equal to or greater than the license level assigned to the treatment plant.
License / Certifications
Position requires a PADEP Wastewater Class A Subclass 1 Operators License


WORKNG CONDITIONS:

Must work in a variety of climatic conditions. The workday is split between indoors and outdoors.
Generally moderate levels of physical exertion are required. Some lifting, along with extensive standing and walking. Some climbing of steps and ladders- Personal contact with wastewater and its by-products will be experienced. Entry into confined spaces is required.


Qualifications:
License / Certifications
Position requires a PADEP Wastewater Class A Subclass 1 Operators License


Comments:
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Employer:
Valley Forge Sewer Authority
Contact:
Nicole DiEnno

Address:

Valley Forge Sewer Authority
333 Pawling Rd
Phoenixville Pa 19460

Work Phone:
6109351553 ext 222

Email:
ndienno@vfsa.com

Website:
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Position Title:
Licensed Operator