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Allen County Sanitary Engineering Department Class III Wastewater Operator in Lima, Ohio
ALLEN COUNTY
2024 Job Description
JOB TITLE: CLASS III WASTEWATER OPERATOR
HOURLY RATE: $31.56 DEPT: Sanitary Engineering
EMPLOYEE NAME:[ __]{.underline} DIVISION: Wastewater Treatment
SUPERVISOR: WWT Superintendent EMP STATUS: Full Time
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt CS STATUS: Classified
NORMAL WORK HOURS: 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Monday through Friday
General Purpose of Job
This is skilled work in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. Work of this class involves working with the chief operator and/or more limited skilled assistants in the performance of a variety of tasks pertinent to the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant facility and its appurtenances.
Work requires a thorough understanding of a wide variety of mechanical, chemical, and biological processes and related equipment, as well as an awareness and alertness regarding operational modifications, which may be necessary in emergency situations. Although a Chief Plant Operator is usually available or on call, an employee of this class generally performs all operation and maintenance tasks with considerable independence.
This person will be required to survey, evaluate, and give an opinion on all process control data. In the absence of the chief operator and superintendent, he/she shall make such extraordinary emergency decisions necessary for the continuous and proper operation of the plant. Such decisions shall be made in compliance with wastewater treatment standards established by local, state, and federal agencies. Work is reviewed by the Chief Operator to which it contributes to a satisfactory team effort in operating and maintaining the plant.
[Essential Duties and Responsibilities]{.underline} include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
75% Operational and Maintenance Duties
- A worker of this classification will be expected to perform any duties of all lesser positions within the Wastewater Treatment Division
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``` - Observe variations in operating conditions, interpret analytical test results, and determine process control requirements / changes that may be used by the Chief Plant Operator - Understand the process control and operation of your assigned plant - Must know at all times the status of the complete wastewater treatment system - Collect and analyze samples as required by the Chief Plant Operator - Know and understand your assigned plants NPDES Permit and Permit Limits - Support the Chief Plant Operator at your assigned plant, and be understanding of his/her goals and objectives
20% Administrative
- Assist in generating monthly operational reports, keep accurate records up to date, and produce reports as required by management
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``` - Operate computer by entering and retrieving data using various software programs
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``` - Must be able to schedule and reschedule maintenance duties using computer maintenance program, always working with the Chief Operator to set priorities - Will be required to conduct all routine office work to facilitate daily operations
5% Other Duties Assigned
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[Supervisory Responsibilities]{.underline}
None
[Qualification Requirements]{.underline}
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactor