Plant Operator I

5 days ago

Hammond, United States City of Hammond Full time

DescriptionJob SummaryPositions in this class generally perform a variety of skilled and unskilled job tasksrelating to the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Work is usually closelysupervised and fits a pattern that has been established and instructions are givenbefore work begins. Work is observed and reviewed both during its performance andupon completion.Example of Duties• Maintain daily records on plant operations• Take wastewater sample collections• Perform maintenance on equipment• Repair any broken lines or pipes as needed in plant operations• Repair, replace, and change zones on discharge pipes in swamp• Work on chlorine cylinder system for wastewater treatment• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps & blowers at sewer plant• Perform preventive maintenance on sewer motors & pumps in sewer pond• Help perform sanitary survey for plant• Cutting grass & weed eating at given location (fields, swamp, plant)• Work with contractors working on plants• Repair/ replace/ change zones on wastewater discharge pipe at swamp• Perform such other related duties as may be assigned• Be on call for plant operations• Work on weekends/holidaysWorking Environment• Both indoor and outdoor working environment with possible exposure to a varietyof extreme weather conditions, constant and extreme noise, dust, and pollen;subject to a variety of mechanical, electrical, chemical, toxic waste, and othersafety hazards associated with treatment plant facilities and equipment.• While working there may be exposure to fumes, strong odors, and diseaserelated treatment plant operations.Note: These examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of workperformed in positions allocated to the classes. The omission of specificstatements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work issimilar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.QualificationsRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:• Knowledge of safe work practices• Ability to follow oral and written instructions• Perform unskilled tasks in a variety of plant operation activities• Acquire the knowledge and ability to perform skilled tasks• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted inthe course of work.Physical Requirements:• Performs bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, and reaching both to groundlevel and overhead in order to adjust valves, take samples, etc.• Lifts, carries, pushes, and pulls up to 50 pounds; hold/grip objects; may besubject to standing for long periods of time; must be able to distinguish primarycolors, move about different designated areas of the plant and visually observegages, readings, equipment, and etc.Educational Requirements:• Highschool Diploma or EquivalentCertificates and/or Licenses• Must be able to obtain a State Certification Level II in Wastewater Treatmentwithin the first year of employment.• Must have a valid driver's license and must be able to obtain a LouisianaCommercial Driver's License (CLASS B CDL) within the first 6 months followingemployment.Supplemental InformationThe City of Hammond is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Minorities, women,veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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