Function
Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant and various lift and pumping stations.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Take readings and check flow levels in the various chambers and tanks of the treatment plant to control and maintain satisfactory treatment
Operate metering instruments, lifts, pumps, blowers, and other treatment processing equipment
Calculate and control chemical dosages and wasting rates as related to satisfactory plant operations
Clean, calibrate, and lubricate equipment as part of the plant’s preventative maintenance schedule, reporting the need for emergency repairs or major equipment repairs
Participate in the building, installation or repair of equipment
Perform necessary maintenance duties to sustain a clean and safe plant including painting, plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs
Participate in the maintenance of buildings and grounds including mowing, snow removal, minor building and fence repair
Maintain various lift and pumping stations located throughout the city by cleaning, lubricating, and carrying out preventive maintenance as planned, reporting the need for emergency or major equipment repairs
Take samples and conduct routine chemical tests to record and control the treatment plan operations
Participate in the recording of sample data and preparation of necessary records and reports
Carry out and record results of a variety of standardized laboratory tests to determine suspended solids levels, volatile solids, BOD, phosphorus levels, and other critical parameters in the laboratory process
Clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and make up reagents and other standard testing compounds
Perform other related work as required to support the City of Chelsea
