Operator C - Pretreatment Coordinator

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical duties involved in a computerized process and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the wastewater treatment plant.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED :

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED :

None generally. May serve as a lead worker over lower-level operators and / or maintenance workers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Monitors the performance of all equipment, gauges and charts in the wastewater treatment plant; Records statistical data concerning plant operations; Maintains, operates, repairs and replaces equipment as necessary; Charts lab tests results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results; evaluates data and writes reports as required.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant; repairs gauges, pumps, filters and other controls and equipment.
• 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 water samples for plant efficiency reports as required. Monitors effluent quality.
• Performs quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses; evaluates procedures and results for accuracy and determines appropriate methods.
• Assures that plant operates within required standards.
• Contains and disposes of hazardous wastes generated by the lab.
• Calibrates, modifies or repairs instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other waste monitoring equipment.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Administer the Industrial Pretreatment Program in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Inspect and monitor permitted industrial users for compliance with discharge permits.
• Prepare and issue industrial wastewater discharge permits and track permit renewals.
• Conduct routine and non-routine facility inspections and sampling.
• Review and evaluate self-monitoring reports submitted by industries.
• Investigate and respond to non-compliance, illicit discharges, and spills.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records and prepare compliance reports for regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate with laboratories for sample analysis and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Maintain and calibrate sampling and monitoring equipment.
• Educate businesses, industries, and the public on best management practices and pretreatment requirements.
• Assist in enforcement actions including issuance of Notices of Violation (NOVs) and administrative orders.
• Attend regulatory training and stay current with pretreatment regulations and requirements.
• Participate in audits by EPA or state regulatory agencies.
• May supervise or train field staff or environmental technicians.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

(A)High school diploma or GED equivalent, and supplemented by two (2)

years post secondary college or technical training in biology,

environmental science chemistry, or a closely related field, and

(B)Two (2) years of experience in a water utility, or

(C)Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

(D) Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Water / Wastewater Technology, or a related field preferred.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

(A)Working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and

procedures used in wastewater treatment collection systems; working

knowledge of laboratory procedures and practices;

(B)Skill in operation of the tools and equipment utilized in a wastewater

treatment plant.

(C)Ability to perform process control calculations; Ability to work safely;

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to

establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees,

other departments and the public; Ability to understand and carry out

written and oral instructions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED :

Motor vehicle, generators, pumps, gauges, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, phone, calculator, and a variety of lab equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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