For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at
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Monitors wastewater treatment plant and identifies needed changes and potential problems, interprets lab data, receives shipments of chemicals and other supplies from vendors. Performs chemical analysis of water samples, operates a computer to monitor pump stations, plant operations, and alarms. Maintains daily records and shift logs of plant operations, reviews readings from meters, computers and instruments. Performs preventive maintenance on plant equipment and performs grounds maintenance duties as required Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED and possess mechanical ability. Must have the ability to perform mathematical calculations, interpret construction drawings, read and understand Operations and Maintenance Manuals and communicate effectively both written and orally.
The preferred applicant will possess a minimum of a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification and ability to obtain additional higher grades of certification. Minimum age of 18. Applicant must possess a valid Class "C" driver's license from NC.
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Agency: PS Henry Fork Plant