Water or Wastewater Operator in Training

Under the supervision of a trained Water or Wastewater Operator this position is responsible for learning all aspects of a water or wastewater treatment plant with the goal of becoming a certified operator.

Will be exposed to the following duties throughout a training period:

• Monitors and adjusts the processing system to meet demands; inspects plant grounds, checks gauges, and takes readings; monitors flow levels, pumps, motors and valves.
• Monitors overall plant operations via the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
• Takes samples and tests chemical levels throughout the plant on an hourly basis; performs a series of daily laboratory analyses.
• Maintains the effectiveness of water filters by inspecting and cleaning as needed.
• Adjusts chemical feeders as needed.
• Monitors flow throughout the plant to ensure proper operation.
• Makes equipment repairs and responds to breakdowns.
• Maintains log books and computer files containing laboratory analysis results, distribution system changes, filter backwash readings, process control changes, chemical inventory, and other pertinent information; documents all problems or complaints.
• Attends job related training; remains current on revisions to pertinent policies, procedures, rules, regulations, requirements and standards.
• Leads plant tours for the general public.
• Maintains plant building and grounds.
• Performs related duties.