NEOGOV · 17 hours ago
HWU Wastewater Treatment Operator I
Henderson KY 42420, KY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20.95/hr - $20.95/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator I for the Henderson Water Utility. The role involves performing operational and maintenance duties at a treatment plant to ensure wastewater and stormwater are treated according to regulatory guidelines.
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Responsibilities
Work with Chief, Wastewater Treatment Operator II, or Maintenance employees to receive training
Perform general operational duties of the treatment plant but consults Chief or Wastewater Treatment Operator II when significant decisions regarding operations must me made
Follow standard operating procedures related to the operations of the assigned treatment plant including assigned daily operator responsibilities
Make routine checks and visual inspections of mechanical equipment to ensure it is operational
Perform daily operational tasks including washing filters, calibrating chemical pumps, reading gauges, running sludge press, filling chemical tanks, collecting samples, delivering samples, and performing assigned water quality tests
Monitor the rate of chemical feed and water flow
Monitor gauges, meters, filter press, and control panels
Change tanks, wash filters, and make equipment and control adjustments as necessary
Monitor inventory of supplies, chemicals, and operating materials and notify Treatment Operator Chief if needs arise
May be required to operate heavy equipment to load and remove wastes
Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance of treatment plant and related equipment as assigned
Perform general cleaning/janitorial work, painting, and grounds keeping as needed
Provide assistance to maintenance crews as needed or assigned
Visually inspect plant and all equipment daily to ensure proper functioning
Assist the HWU Treatment Operator Chief in developing a strategic plan for Operations, including long and short term objectives and related budgets, which coincide with the overall plan and goals of the Utility
Assist in carrying out plant and Utility goals
Work with other departments in the design and evaluation of projects
Work to control costs wherever possible while keeping focus on the long-term objectives of the plant and the Utility
Perform all functions related to maintaining state and federal regulatory compliance for the assigned treatment plant
Stay current on governmental mandates
Attends appropriate training seminars/workshops/meetings
Prepare and maintain operational reports
Record work activities in daily log, complete lab sheets, and maintain other appropriate documentation
Follow proper process control measures
Achieve and maintain the appropriate Kentucky Division of Water operator’s certification
Ensure personal compliance with all state safety regulations and HWU safety policies
Ensure proper housekeeping in plant and surrounding area
Attend appropriate safety meetings as requested
Participate in accident investigations as requested
Report and/or correct all identified safety hazards
Maintain personal safety equipment appropriately
Report all work related accidents, incidents, and near-misses to supervisor and/or safety department
Participate in finding solutions to safety or health related hazards
Get involved in showing new employees the proper safety procedures
Participate in Safety Committee as requested
Stay current with computer systems including SCADA
Maintain a positive attitude with other HWU employees
Maintains regular and predictable in-person attendance during regular business hours of the Water Utility is required
Maintain good public relations
Maintain availability to respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Respond to emergencies as needed
Receive off-hours emergency and maintenance calls
Direct calls to on-call System Operations Center personnel as appropriate
Work various shifts as assigned by HWU Treatment Operator Chief
May be called in as necessary in the case of the other operator illness or emergency
Must undergo and successfully complete drug test and alcohol screening prior to employment and undergo and successfully complete future drug test and/or alcohol screening pursuant to the City’s Drug and Alcohol policy
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license with no DUI convictions in the previous 5 years
Continuous progression towards a Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification
Obtain a minimum of a Class I wastewater license within 18 months of hire
Preferred
Training, education, and experience with wastewater treatment facilities
Wastewater treatment certification
Benefits
Health Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Disability Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement
Vacation
Sick time
Personal time (full time employees only)
Holidays (for eligible employees)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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