Plant Operator Technician I

Wind River Environmental•Warminster, PA

20d•$22 - $24

About The Position

Position Summary: The Plant Operator I reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for sewage, FOG, sludge waste processing, and disposal equipment in the septic and wastewater processing plant to produce quality effluent water in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. This position is also responsible for reporting & clerical duties of the plant. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Act as a plant operator, responsible for total plant operations. Responsible for monthly reporting and ordering of chemicals. Work independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Monitor control panels and adjusts the plant operations as needed. Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets instruments, meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process control needs. Responsible for operating equipment associated with receiving, headworks, chemical addition, filtering, setting, and sludge processing, etc. Maintain plant log of all operations, events, and important parameters. Conduct routine laboratory tests: TSS, COD, pH, etc. Ensure that pumps, valves, boiler instruments, and other plant and wastewater treatment equipment are functioning properly. Monitor equipment for potential failures and may make minor repairs or adjustments as needed. Perform other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to write and interpret documents such as safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write and interpret routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers, vendors, regulatory agents, and employees of the organization. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as volumes, dosing rations, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, unit conversion, etc. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form. Ability to complete standard wet lab tests like TSS, COD, pH, Conductivity, etc. If not already confined spaced certified, will need to become certified in confined space entry and forklift operation.

Requirements

May have a valid and current Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification recognized by the state DEP, but not required.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Ability to successfully pass a drug screen and physical examination.
Strong mechanical and process background with an understanding of pumps, valves, blowers, and hydraulics
Basic math and computer skills (Word, Excel)
Ability to write and interpret documents such as safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write and interpret routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively to customers, vendors, regulatory agents, and employees of the organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as volumes, dosing rations, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, unit conversion, etc.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form.
Ability to complete standard wet lab tests like TSS, COD, pH, Conductivity, etc.
If not already confined spaced certified, will need to become certified in confined space entry and forklift operation.

Responsibilities

Act as a plant operator, responsible for total plant operations.
Responsible for monthly reporting and ordering of chemicals.
Work independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function.
Monitor control panels and adjusts the plant operations as needed.
Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets instruments, meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process control needs.
Responsible for operating equipment associated with receiving, headworks, chemical addition, filtering, setting, and sludge processing, etc.
Maintain plant log of all operations, events, and important parameters.
Conduct routine laboratory tests: TSS, COD, pH, etc.
Ensure that pumps, valves, boiler instruments, and other plant and wastewater treatment equipment are functioning properly.
Monitor equipment for potential failures and may make minor repairs or adjustments as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.