PT Water/Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The person in this position will be required to use various hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, electric drill, brooms) in the maintenance and operation of a water treatment plant and waste water treatment plant. Employee will be required to have constant observation of water and waste water treatment process, maintenance and minor repair of process equipment. Employee to frequently perform analysis on water quality throughout the entire treatment process. Recording of water or waste water sampling results with good penmanship is a must. Employee will operate hand wheel operated gate valves, as well as, electrically actuated equipment. Employee will be required to perform house cleaning duties in the plant and on equipment. General maintenance of grounds is also a duty and could include operation of hand tools, chain saw, weed eater, lawn mower, or riding mower with attachments.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Employee must possess a valid Class "C" Pennsylvania Drivers License. Employee must have the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Employee must be willing and capable of performing responsibilities with a minimum of supervision. Must be capable of dealing with the public in a courteous and responsible manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical activities required in this position are: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and lifting (Maximum weight required to lift is 100 lbs., 1 times per day; average weight required to lift is approximately is 20 lbs., 20 times per day). Visual ability should be compatible with that requiring inspection, close assembly, and clerical.

PHYSICAL SURROUNDINGS

This position requires activities to be performed in the following surroundings: inside, with protection from weather conditions and temperature changes, outside, occasionally but for short periods of time, Noise levels are sufficient to require loud talk to be heard. The worker will be subject to the following hazards, proximity to electrical currents, fumes, dusts, mists and gases. This position require wearing safety equipment such as, respirator, goggles, hard hat, gloves, rubber boots, SCBA, and rubber suit.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for employment, applicant is required to submit the following:

Criminal History Report

3 Year Driving Record

Physical w/Drug and Alcohol Screen