Wastewater & Water Treatment Plant Senior Operator - City of Havre de Grace

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Water Lifecycle Manager, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of both the Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant.  Additionally, provides training and guidance to employees, tracks various testing and reporting requirements for both plants, and assists with any other activities needed for the operation of the plants or compliance with various regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB TASKS: (Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

1. Monitors treatment process and makes necessary adjustments 
2. Monitors performance of machinery and equipment used to control the treatment process; makes effective process control decisions based on observations
3. Inspects valves, pumps, gauges and other plant or lift-station equipment on a regular basis
4. Prepares inspection sheets, logs, and flow charts; prepares daily reports of analysis and test results for laboratory and regulatory agencies; maintains records; enters data to computer
5. Tends pumps, blowers, feed pumps, dry and wet chemical feeders, aerators, telescopic settings, wet well, and other equipment used to decontaminate wastewater; reads and records effluent flow meter
6. Inspects and cleans filters, tanks, clarifier weirs, and bar screens
7. Collects samples and completes chemical tests/analysis such as dissolved oxygen, suspended solids, biomonitoring, and pH of in-process treatment of wastewater; Calculates chemical dosages and adds chemicals to maintain proper pH in various parts of the treatment process.  Determines and performs sludge wasting from aeration basin for aerobic digestion
8. Operates fan press as directed at solids handling facility
9. Conduct periodic checks of plant operational equipment
10. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment under the direction of the Maintenance supervisor; assists in repair of equipment, including lift stations. Makes recommendations to management concerning replacement of equipment.
11. Performs routine cleaning of equipment, grounds, and work areas
12. Performs housekeeping and grounds maintenance duties
13. Ensures proper operation and routine maintenance of sewage pumping stations
14. Works on call after hours to respond to emergencies; works weekends and holidays as scheduled
15. Performs sludge monitoring and operation of the compost facility
16. Performs pre-treatment process
17. Monitors the performance of equipment, gauges and charts, records statistical data
18. Complete jar testing as needed
19. Checks and records information and takes corrective action on routine or recurring problems
20. Performs routine tests on influent and effluent samples; informs supervisor of any changes in chemical characteristics
21. Treatment of solids in the solids handling facility
22. Performs various maintenance tasks such as replacing seals and bearings; adjusting fittings; and cleaning tanks, screens, basins, equipment and the like
23. Performs quality control tests, assuring utility system operates within standards
24. Receives after hour calls when City Hall is closed. Dispatches the appropriate organization (Street crew, Wastewater Plant, or Repair Crew) from a provided call-in list in order to have situation resolved
25. Provides supervision and training to other operators/trainees as directed
26. Assures adherence to good housekeeping practices at the work site
27. Accurately completes payroll timesheets
28. Responsible for maintaining MDE/OSHA Standards
29. Grease pumps and change oil
30. Inspect water towers and maintain grounds.
31. Perform maintenance on analyzers and the like at pumping stations
32. Provides training and guidance to employees
33. Performs other duties as assigned

OTHER RELATED FACTORS:

• Work exposes incumbent to foul odors and various chemicals used in waste water and water treatment
• The work is performed both indoors and outdoors exposing the incumbent to noise, dust, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, raw sewage, hazardous and irritating chemicals and occasional inclement weather. The work requires the use of proper protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, goggles, SCBA, and gloves

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to distinguish different shades of color
• Ability to pass pre-employment and annual physical examinations
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, crouch, stoop, lift objects up to 50 pounds, and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity
• Ability to use a personal computer, standard office equipment, and laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of wastewater and water treatment processes
• Knowledge of mathematics, biology, and basic chemistry
• Knowledge of federal, state and local wastewater and water treatment guidelines and procedures
• Knowledge of city, department and safety policies and procedures
• Knowledge of plant and lift-station operations
• Knowledge of the safe handling and application of chemicals used in wastewater and water treatment
• Knowledge of standard laboratory principles, techniques, equipment, and material
• Skill in operating laboratory equipment
• Skill in reading various meters, including D.O. and pH
• Skill in the use of basic tools such as packing tools, socket wrenches, power tools, and screwdrivers
• Skill in the use of grounds maintenance equipment
• A valid driver’s license

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent 
• Work experience in water and wastewater utility
• Possession or ability to readily obtain a valid Class 5A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate and possession of a Class 4 Water Treatment Plant Certificate and licensed as a Water Treatment Plant Operator

Company Description

Havre de Grace is a city in Harford County, Maryland, situated at the mouth of the Susquehanna River and the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Havre de Grace's location makes it popular for recreation and tourism, and the City was honored as one of America's 20 best small towns to visit in 2014 by Smithsonian magazine.

The City of Havre de Grace, Maryland, is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online application!

The City of Havre de Grace, Maryland, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Company-paid Short and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Pension Plan
• Personal time
• Sick Time
• Vacation time
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance