WWTP Operator II

The City of Roxboro (8,200) currently has an opening for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II located at the Water Treatment Plant.  Roxboro is situated in Person County, which is located near the Virginia border and just a short drive from Raleigh, Durham, Oxford, Greensboro, and Danville.

An employee in this class performs a variety of operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties to treat wastewater outflow from the City’s water treatment plant. Work includes monitoring the plant's operation through observation, mechanical readings and the results of standard chemical and biological tests and making necessary adjustments in the process as conditions or test results dictate.  Other duties include performing standard laboratory duties and tests and assisting with plant and facilities maintenance.  Work also includes substantial record keeping of work activities.  Employees are subject to hazards associated with wastewater and plant operations including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, working in small spaces such as sewer pipes, and oils.  Workers may be required to wear respirators when working around chlorine tanks. This position is considered a safety sensitive role. Work is performed under supervision of the Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator and is reviewed by observation, conference, and reviewing records for adherence to operations standards, instructions, and safety practices.

 Salary:

• $ 47,584

 Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Serves as Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment plant.
• Makes regular tours of plant and checks engines, generators, pumps, settling tanks, filters, clarifiers, chlorinators, and other equipment for proper functioning; checks influent and effluent points for visual detection of any irregularities as well as proper functioning; starts and stops pumps and motors and adjusts chemical feed to control treatment process.
• Takes and records data from various meters, gauges and dials; logs daily, weekly, and monthly activities; may enter various data into computer; reviews information for trends and problems or anomalies.
• Coordinates contract sampling and reviews sampling data for the monitoring wells as well as any additional sampling necessary for the operation of the plant.
• Performs standard laboratory chemical and biological tests.
• Performs general preventive and scheduled maintenance; assists maintenance staff on major maintenance and repairs.
• Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
• Performs routine building and equipment maintenance including cleaning and painting; performs grounds maintenance activities such as mowing.
• Operates a truck and other equipment required to haul sludge and grade drying beds.
• Collects water and wastewater samples.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirement of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Working knowledge of standard laboratory test and procedures used in a wastewater treatment plant.
• Working knowledge of chemical, and biological, principles pertinent to wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and permitting requirements.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions.
• Some knowledge of the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles applied at wastewater treatment plant.
• Some knowledge of computers and their use in wastewater treatment.
• Ability to detect flaws in the operation of mechanical equipment and to determine proper remedial measures.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to conduct routine laboratory tests.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read meters, charts, and technical manuals and drawings accurately and to maintain records of operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and supervisors.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Ability to work independently and dependably.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, hearing, talking, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to read gauges, dials, and observe moving parts of machines, to operate assigned equipment distinguishing safe traffic conditions and maneuvering equipment in tight places, record and review written records, and observe work for thoroughness and accuracy.

Requirements:

• Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in chemistry or biology and some experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Employee must obtain a Grade I Physical/Chemical Water Pollution Control System Operator certificate from the State of North Carolina.
• Possession of Class B CDL driver’s license.
• To be considered for a Trainee Appointment: Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in chemistry or biology and math; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits Highlights:

• Medical & Basic Vision Insurance
• Membership in the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Time
• Fourteen Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Annual Merit Increases
• Annual Longevity Pay
• Opportunity for an Annual Cost of Living Increase
• Optional Employee-Paid Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Premium Vision Insurance
• Other Insurance such as Life, Accident, and Cancer
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Supplemental Retirement

Applications are available at 105 S. Lamar Street and/or can be downloaded from the City of Roxboro’s website at www.cityofroxboro.com. 

Please return a City Application to:

Mailing Address:                                                         Physical Address:

City of Roxboro                                                           City of Roxboro

Attn: Human Resources Director                               Attn: Human Resources Director

PO Box 128                                                                105 S. Lamar Street

Roxboro, NC  27573                                                   Roxboro, NC  27573