Responsible for the operation and maintenance activities at a Grade III or Grade IV wastewater treatment plant (“WWTP”).

Description Of Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for the ensuring the safe, efficient and economical operations of equipment in wastewater treatment plants to optimize process and protect public health
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of equipment and operating devices
Responsible for the performing physical and chemical tests
Provides leadership to WWTP Operators
Responsible for interpreting data and making recommendations to improve plant equipment and processes
Responsible for sewer pump stations (“SPS”)
Responsible for the troubleshooting of plant equipment
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of plant records
Prepares operational reports

General Development:

Possesses more advanced organizational skills, typically able to organize projects or the work of others
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Manages own duties and responsibilities on a fixed schedule without the need for direction or assistance, if prioritization is required
Applies problem solving skills
Considers the impact of work product on other employees in the work process
Consistently follows appropriate safety rules and practices
Exercises leadership authority over other employees, including the WWTP Operators
Is able to effectively select from established alternatives to modify approaches in response to situations encountered

Professional & Technical Knowledge

Understands different treatment processes, for example; MBBR, MBR, SBR, extended aeration, anaerobic, and aerobic digestion, bio-towers and activated sludge, primary and secondary clarifiers, rotating biological contactor, and trickling filters
Possesses knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant, collection systems and the treatment and disposal of reuse water at a level expected of a State of Hawaii Grade IV WWTP Operator
Possesses a thorough operating knowledge of two of the following processes: anaerobic and aerobic digestion, thickening, chemical and biological, chemical recovery, carbon regeneration, on-site disinfectant generation, oxidation ditch, ultra-violet disinfection, odor scrubbing, chlorination and de-chlorination, membrane and sand filtration or activated sludge

Technical Skills

Has the ability to prepare basic correspondence and simple reports in Microsoft Word
Has the ability to use Microsoft Excel to create tables and simple displays of information
Has the ability to operate and maintain electrical controls and equipment, properly diagnose plant equipment and supervise their correction
Has the ability to use computerized maintenance software used by the company
Has the ability to review operational reports of equipment and laboratory analyses of wastewater and instruct others in operational practices and procedures relating to equipment

Licenses & Certifications

Possesses a valid Driver's License
Possess or able to obtain through reciprocity, a valid State of Hawaii Grade IV WWTP Operator License

Communications Skills

Effectively interprets and communicates written and verbal opinions and extrapolations of information collected and synthesized/analyzed
Resolves conflicts that may arise because of disagreements between employees, between employees and customers/clients or with the public, other legal entities or governmental authorities
Compiles, analyzes and prepares information in an effective written form, including correspondence, reports, articles, or other documentation

Physical Demands

Meets the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of these duties
Is able to be exposed to hazardous, unsanitary and unpleasant conditions
Is able to work shift, weekend and holiday schedules
Has ability to perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and other manual work under adverse conditions

Pay Range: $33.64 - $41.18 per hour

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