Plant Operator III (Drinking Water or Wastewater)

Job description

Salary Range: $18.59 - $29.93/Hour Purpose of Classification: The purpose of this classification is to operate water and wastewater treatment facilities in compliance with federal, State and Local regulations for the operation of water treatment, distribution, storage facilities and/or wastewater collection, lift stations or treatment facilities. Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs all aspects of operation, sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with federal, State and Local regulations that govern water treatment and wastewater operations; performs laboratory analysis; physically checks equipment to ensure correct operation feed, dosages, and calibrations necessary to properly operate facilities and systems. Assists in the performance of regular and unscheduled repairs and maintenance on plant equipment and machinery; conducts weekly checks of the treatment plant; rotates equipment; changes an...