Wastewater Operations Lead

3 days ago


Decatur, Illinois, United States DeKalb County Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Plant Operator, Lead to join our team at DeKalb County. This is a critical role that requires a strong background in water treatment and wastewater operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and coordinate daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers
  • Confer with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities
  • Organize tasks to complete assigned work
  • Monitor status of work in progress and inspect completed work
  • Confer with co-workers, assist with complex/problem situations, and provide technical expertise
  • Assist with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment
  • Assist with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations
Operational Responsibilities
  • Perform all aspects of sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations that govern water treatment and wastewater operations
  • Perform laboratory analysis
  • Physically check equipment to ensure correct operation, feed, dosages, and calibrations necessary to properly operate facilities and systems
Maintenance and Repair
  • Assist in the performance of regular and unscheduled repairs and maintenance on plant equipment and machinery
  • Conduct weekly checks of the treatment plant
  • Rotate equipment
  • Change and connect chlorine and other specialized water treatment plant equipment
  • Monitor chemical feed equipment, operate solids processing equipment, and operate load lugging trucks
Quality Control and Assurance
  • Collect potable water and wastewater samples and perform laboratory analysis such as pH, turbidity, chlorine levels, fluoride levels, dissolved oxygen levels, total suspended solids, and total volatile solids, and temperature on grab samples
  • Calibrate lab equipment and instruments
Reporting and Record Keeping
  • Prepare reports and records testing results
  • Complete forms and various paperwork
  • Enter data into the computer
  • Receive telephone calls and respond to customer complaints
Safety and Compliance
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment (both inside the facilities and on the grounds) per OSHA and DeKalb County standards
Training and Development
  • Assist in the training of entry-level operators and lower classifications of operators (II and III) as needed
  • Participate in continuing education classes and testing to maintain and renew Georgia and DeKalb County certification and licensure requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Four years of experience as a plant operator, including two years of experience as a Class II or higher plant operator in a water or wastewater treatment facility
  • Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Specific License or Certification Required
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license
  • Must possess and maintain a valid State of Georgia Class I Water or Wastewater Operator License


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