Employment Opportunities Title:
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Post Date
11/20/2017

Expiration Date
12/17/2017

Details:
Assigned to: Waste Water Treatment Plant


Incumbents are responsible for operating and maintaining the wastewater treatment plant. Responsibilities may include monitoring plant functions by reading gauges, graphs, flow meters, and control panels; collecting samples; turning and cleaning sludge drying beds; and performing basic preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment and facilities. Receives general supervision from the WWTP Lead Operator and higher level management staff.

This position is driving essential (see driving requirements below).
Pay rate for successful applicant is dependent on DEQ licensing.


**Qualified applicants have the potential to start at:


WWTP Operator II

$20.71 to $25.18 Hourly



WWTP Operator III

$24.02 to $29.20Hourly



WWTP Operator IV

$25.22 to $30.68 Hourly



Typical Class Essential Duties:

1. Performs routine maintenance on plant equipment and grounds including dusting, sweeping, mopping, changing oils, cleaning sludge drying beds, and repairing structures; adjusts and calibrates equipment as necessary.



2. Performs manual labor related to plant operations including draining and inspecting plant structures; cleaning tanks, screens, filters, pipes and pumps; changing oils; and transferring sludge from digesters.



3. Performs basic laboratory sampling and testing as directed.



4. Monitors and maintains inventory levels and notifies the lead operator when levels are low.



5. Collects a variety of information including meter gauge readings, control panel readings and data from computer systems.



6. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.



7. Follows all City safety procedures. Reports all accidents/incidents immediately to supervisor.



8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.



Knowledge (position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

• Basic work etiquette.



Abilities (position requirements at entry):

Ability to:

• Work rotating shifts.

• Follow written and verbal instructions.

• Learn the principles and practices necessary in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant including the operation and maintenance of plant machinery and testing equipment.

• Learn to read meters and gauges correctly and to act quickly and competently.

• Learn to recognize and react to treatment process changes and demands.

• Work according to safety standards under potentially hazardous conditions.



Skills (position requirements at entry):

Skill in:

• Following written and verbal instructions.

• Oral and written communication sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.


Qualifications:
Training, Experience & Certifications:

Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.

• No previous training or experience required.



Licensing Requirements:

•Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Wyoming Driver's License.
•Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Level I Wastewater Treatment Operator license through the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in the State of Wyoming, within 12 months of hire.



Comments:
To apply, submit an online application through: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/casperwy

Employer:
City of Casper
Contact:
Heidi Rood

Address:
200 N. David St
Casper, Wy 82601

Work Phone:
307-235-8421

Fax:
307-235-7575

Email:
hrood@casperwy.gov

Website:
http://www.casperwy.gov/