WPCF Plant Operator

Under the direction of the WPC Superintendent and following training, operates monitors and controls the instrumentation, electric motors, pumps, valves, and process of the sewage treatment; performs minor maintenance and repair work on collection system, treatment plant equipment and vehicles; performs general maintenance work in WPCF buildings and grounds. Performs routine building maintenance work. Refer to the applicable Job Description below for further details.

• Receives oral or written instructions from Process Control Operator, Foreman, or Assistant Superintendent, to carry out established procedures in the maintenance and repair of the treatment facility, pump stations, and collection system.
• Follows written or oral instructions.
• Accomplishes work using equipment manuals and established procedures.
• Operates pumps and equipment to treat wastewater.
• Follows established procedure in daily inspection and maintenance of plant equipment and related facilities.
• Monitors gauges, meters, equipment control panels, and other monitoring devices.
• Reports malfunctions and/or equipment breakdowns to supervisors.
• Extracts samples and performs standard tests.
• Observes variations in operating conditions and initiates adjustments to achieve operating efficiency.
• Maintains equipment monitoring sheets and operating logs accurately and punctually.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and makes repairs on WPCF and pump station equipment.
• Documents preventive and corrective maintenance performed.
• Operates truck to move sludge, pipe cleaning equipment and also transports materials to pump stations.
• Follows standard safety procedures and regulations.
• Reports tasks accomplished verbally or in writing to supervisor.

WPCF Plant Operator II

• Receives oral or written instructions from Process Control Operator or the Operations Foreman, depending upon assigned task to carry out established procedures in the maintenance and repair of the treatment facility, pump stations, and collection system.
• Follows written or oral instructions.
• Accomplishes work using equipment manuals and established procedures.
• Operates pumps and equipment to treat wastewater.
• Follows established procedure in daily inspection and maintenance of plant equipment and related facilities.
• Monitors gauges, meters, equipment control panels, and other monitoring devices.
• Reports malfunctions and/or equipment breakdowns to supervisors.
• Extracts samples and performs standard tests.
• Observes variations in operating conditions and initiates adjustments to achieve operating efficiency.
• Maintains equipment monitoring sheets and operating logs accurately and punctually.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and makes repairs on WPCF and pump station equipment.
• Documents preventive and corrective maintenance performed.
• Operates truck to move sludge, pipe cleaning equipment and also transports materials to pump stations.
• Performs standby duties as assigned.
• Performs weekend duties and responds to emergency call outs, plant alarms, and sewer line blockages.
• Follows standard safety procedures and regulations.
• Reports tasks accomplished verbally or in writing to supervisor.
• Performs related work as assigned

• Receives oral or written instructions from Process Control Operator or the Operations Foreman, depending upon the assigned task, to carry out established procedures in the maintenance and repair of the treatment facility, pump stations, and collection system.
• Follows written or oral instructions.
• Accomplishes work using equipment manuals and established procedures.
• Operates pumps and equipment to treat wastewater.
• Follows established procedure in daily inspection and maintenance of plant equipment and related facilities.
• Monitors gauges, meters, equipment control panels, and other monitoring devices.
• Reports malfunctions and/or equipment breakdowns to supervisors.
• Extracts samples and performs standard tests.
• Observes variations in operating conditions and initiates adjustments to achieve operating efficiency.
• Maintains equipment monitoring sheets and operating logs accurately and punctually.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and makes repairs on WPCF and pump station equipment.
• Documents preventive and corrective maintenance performed.
• Operates truck to move sludge, pipe cleaning equipment and also transports materials to pump stations.
• Performs standby duties as assigned.
• Performs weekend duties and responds to emergency call outs, plant alarms, and sewer line blockages.
• Follows standard safety procedures and regulations.
• Reports tasks accomplished verbally or in writing to supervisor.
• Performs related work as assigned.

WPCF Plant Operator I

• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and perform minor repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and accurately record results.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, rules and procedures.
• Ability to acquire a basic knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repairs associated with wastewater treatment.
• Ability to acquire a State of Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection Wastewater Operator, Grade I Certification.
• Sufficient stamina and health to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to interpret plan specifications and a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
• Ability to safely operate trucks in excess of 26,000 pounds GVW and other motor vehicles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to work on emergency call-out basis

WPCF Plant Operator II

• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of sewage treatment pumps and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and perform minor repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and accurately record results.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, rules and procedures.
• Ability to acquire a basic knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repairs associated with wastewater treatment.
• Sufficient stamina and health to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to interpret plan specifications and a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
• Ability to safely operate trucks in excess of 26,000 pounds GVW and other motor vehicles.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, superiors and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to work on emergency call-out basis.

WPCF Plant Operator III

• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of sewage treatment pumps and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and perform minor repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and accurately record results.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, rules and procedures.
• Ability to acquire a basic knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repairs associated with wastewater treatment.
• Sufficient stamina and health to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to interpret plan specifications and a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
• Ability to safely operate trucks in excess of 26,000 pounds GVW and other motor vehicles.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, superiors and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to work on emergency call-out basis.
  

WPCF Plant Operator I

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent and two (2) year of practical experience in water, wastewater, electrical, pumps, or mechanical repair.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

An associates degree, or equivalent, in biology, chemistry, engineering or a related field.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

• Certification as a Connecticut Wastewater Operator, Grade I or acquired certification within one year of employment.
• Advancement to Operator II upon meeting requirements of Operator II job description

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS LICENSE:

Connecticut Class B CDL.

WPCF Plant Operator II

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent and one (1) year of practical experience in water, wastewater, electrical, pumps, or mechanical repair.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

An associates degree, or equivalent, in biology, chemistry, engineering or a related field.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

• Class 2 Connecticut Wastewater Operator certification required at time of employment.
• ABC (Association of Boards of Certification) Class I Laboratory Technician Certification (CT DEP Class 1 Laboratory Operator Certification when the regulation is passed) If certification is not in hand at time of appointment, must be obtained within two years.
• NEWEA (New England Water Environment Association) Class 2 Collection System Operator Certification (CT DEP Class 2 Collection System Operator Certification when the regulation is passed) If certification is not in hand at time of appointment, must be obtained within two years.

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS LICENSE:

Connecticut Class B CDL

WPCF Plant Operator III

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma, or GED equivalent, and an Associates degree, or equivalent, in biology, chemistry, engineering or a related field, and four (4) years of experience in the operation of Wastewater Treatment Facility of Class II or higher, or the combination of experience and education required to obtain Class III certification as prescribed in DEP Regulations Section 22a-416-4.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

• Class 3 Connecticut Wastewater Operator certification required at time of employment.
• ABC (Association of Boards of Certification) Class 1 Laboratory Technician Certification (CT DEP Class 1 Laboratory Operator Certification when the regulation is passed) If certification is not in hand at time of appointment, must be obtained within one year.
• NEWEA (New England Water Environment Association) Class 3 Collection System Operator Certification (CT DEP Class 3 Collection System Operator Certification when the regulations is passed) If certification is not in hand at time of appointment, must be obtained within one year.

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS LICENSE:

Connecticut Class B CDL