Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

3 weeks ago

Frederick, United States Frederick County Government Full time

**JOB INFORMATION**:
Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; varied hours and shifts; full-benefits

This skilled technical position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant facilities. Direction may be received from WWTPO at higher classifications; supervision is received from the Assistant Chief Operator, Chief Operator and/or Superintendent.

**TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE**:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan option to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance benefit
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 07/01/2024)
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc
- Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, etc.

**For more information, visit our **benefits** page on the Frederick County Government **job opportunities webpage**.**

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Operate wastewater treatment plant, sludge processing equipment and disposal equipment; may operate front-end loaders and forklifts as needed
- Monitor control panels and adjust valves and gates
- Observe variations in plant operating conditions; meter and gauge readings and laboratory test results
- Operate pumps, blowers, engines and generators
- Maintain log of operations and record meter and gauge readings
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds
- Compile and prepare reports for submission as mandated
- Investigate customer complaints and concerns; aid in timely response and resolution
- Assist in the training of newly hired Operators
- Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**:
The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum age 18 years
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
- Within 6 months of employment, employee must obtain and maintain Temporary Class 5-A WWTPO certification issued by Maryland Board of Water Works and Waste System Operators
- Ability to pass Maryland Class 5-A WWTPO certification examination within 2 years of hire
- Within 6 months of hire, employee must satisfy at least 50% of PLPR level I training requirements
- Within two years employee must satisfy proficiency level progress training requirements for the PLPR level II classification. The employee will be, otherwise, terminated from employment
- PLPR Level II is the basic functional level an employee must attain.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR **ALL** LEVELS**:

- Ability to obtain and maintain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit
- General knowledge of mathematics, plumbing and electrical controls, with the ability to accurately read gauges, meters, level indicators, etc.
- Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, techniques and equipment used in the operation of wastewater treatment plants, with the ability to effectively detect problems in plant operations
- Ability to accurately complete routine process control and/or laboratory tests
- Considerable knowledge of potential hazards associated with this work, with ability to recognize and implement appropriate safety precautions
- Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and maintain clear, concise and accurate forms and reports
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
- Ability to effectively assign and follow-up on the work of less experienced Operators

**PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR**:

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