NEOGOV · 2 months ago
WASTEWATER PL CHIEF OPERATOR
Columbia, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$57K/yr - $73K/yr
6+ years expThe City of Columbia is seeking a WASTEWATER PL CHIEF OPERATOR to oversee the daily operations of the wastewater treatment plant. This role involves providing supervision and training to lower-level operators, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards, and performing technical tasks related to plant efficiency and maintenance.
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Responsibilities
Assists in monitoring daily plant operations
Performs duties of plant operators as necessary to maintain plant efficiency and productivity
Provides direct supervision of wastewater plant operators
Provides assistance to the Assistant WWTP Superintendent with plant safety and other work related programs
In the absence of the Assistant Wastewater Plant Superintendent, may temporarily assume duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
Inspects equipment and processes to determine efficiency of operations, maintenance requirements, and cleanliness
Troubleshoots technical and mechanical problems; initiates corrective action as necessary
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment; performs and/or assists with equipment repairs as needed
Monitors and records readings from meters, gauges and instruments
Starts up, shuts down, regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, compressors, grinders, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions
Assists in determining chemical dosages and feed rates
Collects and prepares wastewater samples for laboratory analysis; performs lab tests and prepares shift change reports
Performs computer data entry to record daily operations data
Orders and assists in maintaining inventory of chemicals and supplies as needed
Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment
Advises and consults with appropriate WWTP staff on unusual operational issues and/or the need for adjustments/repairs to equipment that may potentially affect compliance and/or efficiency with respect to the overall process control of the WWTP
Assists in ensuring plant compliance with City/department policies and procedures, S.C. DES regulations, and all other applicable laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety
Assists in ensuring plant security at all times
Prepares and maintains accurate and complete work records
Completes special projects as assigned
Performs general clerical work as required, including preparing records and reports, completing forms, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, answering the telephone, etc
Attends meetings, training, seminars, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills
Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints from City personnel and customers in areas of responsibility
May be required to work nights, weekends and/or holidays
Serves on call 24 hours per day to ensure uninterrupted service for customers; and
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Six (6) years of relevant prior experience
Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver's License
Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator “A” certification
Will be required to demonstrate competency and complete the necessary requirements in the Apprenticeship Program for Wastewater Plant Operators
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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