Rotating Operator Unlicensed

Rotating Operator

Department of Public Works/Bureau of Wastewater

Class Title: Rotating Operator

Department of Public Works/Bureau of Wastewater

Class Definition: Working under the supervision and guidance of the Plant Superintendent or designee, the incumbent performs operational procedures and minor maintenance at the Water Resource Recovery Facility. This position is also responsible for interpreting laboratory data on a daily basis for the purpose of maintaining compliance with the NPDES Discharge Permit for the facility.

Essential Duties, Knowledge, and Responsibilities: Including the following, other duties may be assigned.

These duties are not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive, just illustrative of the kind of work to be performed.

 Assists in controlling the wastewater treatment process during routine and emergency conditions

 Prepares chemical batches and operates chemical feed equipment in accordance with process control orders

 Maintains adequate chemical supplies to continuously treat wastewater and sludge according to established standards

 Assists in maintaining and installing the automatic sampling equipment

 Collect wastewater samples and performs routine lab tests, maintains required log sheets

 Operates a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment used in the treatment processes including, filling oil reservoirs, oiling chains, unclogging pumps, etc.

 Makes regular, scheduled and unscheduled inspections throughout the facility, reports interruption or failure of equipment properly

 Ensures that safety instruments and equipment are maintained in working order, cleaned, and stored properly

 Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team

 Exercises safety practices in the operation of mechanical and electrical equipment and overall

 Capable of following oral and written instructions

 Possibility of assisting with snow and ice removal

Physical Demands: the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals without creating undue hardship or a direct threat to the workplace safety, to perform the essential functions.

Must possess mobility to work in all types of weather conditions during all easons of the year. Must be able to use many types of equipment, including a motor vehicle, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, phone, calculator, and a variety of lab equipment. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and in high precarious places, and is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. Strength to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities to read printed materials, operate equipment, and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, over the telephone and/or radio. Must be able to climb ladders, and steps, walk, kneel, and crouch. Must be able to work both day and night shifts and take on additional overtime hours as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Required: High school diploma or the equivalent (GED). Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related science is strongly preferred. Familiarity with sample collection and laboratory protocols is also preferred. Employee must satisfactorily pass all components of the PA Sewage Treatment Plant Operator License for the appropriate class facility within two years of employee’s hire date. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania State driver’s license