Certified Wastewater Operator

Position Title: Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator
Location: Bradford, PA
Hourly Rate: $18-$25 DOE

Project Solutions Inc. is seeking qualified Wastewater Treatment Operator for an exciting opportunity in Allegheny National Forest.

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Position overview:

We're looking for a Certified Wastewater Operator to join our team and contribute to the smooth and effective functioning of wastewater treatment operations at the Bradford Ranger District Office in Allegheny National Forest. This role involves the operation and upkeep of various systems that manage the flow and treatment of wastewater. You will be involved in monitoring processes, ensuring operational standards are met, and maintaining equipment. If you have the necessary certifications and a dedication to this important field, we invite you to learn more.
This position is contingent upon award.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operates and maintains wastewater treatment systems including wastewater treatment process, sewer lift stations, combined sewer overflow facilities that control the flow and processing of wastewater, sludge.
• Tracks key real-time monitoring and control of various process using available SCADA or local controls systems.  
• Maintain treatment process to meet Effluent limits mandated by NPDES permits or other local, state, or federal regulations. 
• Monitors the performance of all equipment, gauges, meters, and charts in the treatment plant and pumping stations; records statistical data concerning plant operations; charts lab test results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results; evaluates data and documents as required.  
• Assists with operating and repairs, and replaces equipment as necessary including, but not limited to, grit collectors, clarifiers, digesters, aeration tanks, blowers, filter presses, generators, gauges, meters, pumps, valves, lift stations, combined sewer overflow facilities and process controls equipment. 
• Analyzes primary and secondary sludge, wastewater influent, effluent samples to provide data for the efficient operation of the wastewater treatment plant. 
• Collects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of wastewater required in accordance with local, state and federal requirements; gathers and tests wastewater samples for plant operational control as required to meet regulatory requirements. 

Required Education, Knowledge and Skills:

• Must hold a minimum of a Class B Type 1 Waterworks Operators Certification in the
  State of Pennsylvania. 
• Minimum of 3 years of operating at a wastewater treatment plant.
• Knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in wastewater collection and treatment systems; working knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operation and maintenance activities. 
• Skilled in operation of the tools and equipment of the trade to include but not limited to: pumps, gauges, hand/power tools, lab sampling equipment, chlorinators, mixers, detection devices, etc. 
• Knowledge of materials for plumbing such as ductile, iron, copper, cast iron, plastic, steel, PVC, HDPE and ABS. 
•  Knowledge of maintenance materials such as filters, lubricants, degreasers, seals, belts, bearings and universal joints.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), interpret blueprints or operation/maintenance manuals.
• Ability to work with all types of chemicals used in wastewater treatment; soda ash, chlorine, polymer, alum, etc.
• Ability to work safely; ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion: ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Work in all types of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold). 

Project Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

EOE/AA/M/F/Vets

The above is intended to be an overview of the position and not meant to be all inclusive.