Treatment Plant Operator (Wastewater)
Category: Public Utilities
Description:
An Employee In This Class Performs A Variety Of Operational, Laboratory, And Maintenance Duties Designed To Produce Safe Treatment Of Wastewater And Disposal Of Domestic And Commercial Waste Materials. Work Is Performed On An Assigned Or Rotating Shift. Work Includes Monitoring Plant Operations Through Observation, Mechanical Readings, And The Results Of Standard Chemical And Biological Tests And Making Necessary Adjustments In The Process As Conditions Or Test Results Dictate. Other Duties Include Performing Standard Laboratory Duties And Tests And Assisting With Plant And Facilities Maintenance. Work Also Includes Substantial Record Keeping Of Work Activities.
Required Education And Experience Qualifications:
• High School Diploma Or High School Equivalency.
• Possession Of A Valid North Carolina Driver's License.
• Moderate Experience In The Operation And Maintenance Of Machinery And Equipment.
Preferred Education And Experience Qualifications:
• Grade I Wastewater Certification Upon Hire.
• Experience In The Operation Of A Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Bilingual In Both Written And Spoken English And Spanish.
Additional Employment Requirements
• Must Obtain Grade I Wastewater Certification Within Six Months Of Employment Or Within Two Test-taking Attempts, Whichever Is Less.
• Must Obtain Grade II Wastewater Certification Within 18 Months Of Employment Or Within Two Test-taking Attempts, Whichever Is Less.
• All Required Certifications And Licenses Must Be Maintained With No Lapse During The Course Of Employment.
Hiring Salary $36,000 (entry Level/no Certification)
$38,250 Grade I Certification
$40,500 Grade II Certification
$42,750 Grade III Certification
$45,000 Grade IV Certification
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Employer: Town of Siler City
Expires: 6/11/2023