OPERATOR 1

I. TITLE: Operator I

II. REPORTS TO: 

Operator II

Operations Supervisor

III. SUPERVISES: Operator-In-Training

IV. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Operates, repairs, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment plant’s facilities

· Performs routine laboratory tests

· Diagnose operating problems and perform necessary corrective action during work shift

· Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work

Assures plant operates at required standards

V. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Performs any combinations of following tasks pertinent to controlling operation of plant:

· Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent

· Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels

· Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process adjustment requirements

· Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control

· Starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes

· Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings

· Takes samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses

· Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties

· Makes operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel

· Performs other duties as required

VI. QUALIFICATIONS:

· 1-4 years experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants

· Possess a valid vehicle operating license

· Operator certification at a level required by the State and the project

· Able to type and enter data in computer spreadsheets and data management systems. General knowledge of computer operations.

· Knowledge of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical sewage analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision and training; safe work practices

VII. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to transport self over plant facility

· Must be able to ascend and descend stair steps

· Must be able to lift bags weighing up to 50 pounds each from floor

· Must be able to bend frequently to collect samples

· Must be able to push a power lawn mower for up to 3 hours per 8-hour shift

· Must be able to work in all types of weather

THE CITY OF WEST HAVEN IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER