Wastewater Plant Operator
US Water Services Corporation
- Lehigh Acres, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Candidate must possess a C or higher Wastewater Operator's License to be considered for this position.
- Candidate must have a high school / GED education or higher.
- Must have 1+ years of experience
- Must have valid Driver's License
- Candidate will be responsible for operating wastewater treatment plants. They will operate machinery that converts wastewater in drains and sewers into a form that's safe to release into the environment.
- Control equipment and monitor processes that remove or destroy harmful materials, chemicals, and microorganisms from wastewater.
- Run tests to make sure that the processes are working correctly.
- Keep records of water quality and other indicators.
- Operate and maintain the pumps and motors that move water and wastewater through filtration systems.
- Monitor the indicators at their plants and make adjustments as necessary.
- Read meters and gauges to make sure that plant equipment is working properly.
- Take samples and run tests to determine the quality of the water being produced.
- Adjust the amount of chemicals, such as chlorine and fluorine, being added to the water.
- Use computerized systems to monitor plant processes.
- Plan emergency reaction protocols.
- Fix chemical leaks and oxygen deficiencies.
- Keep records that document compliance.