Wastewater Plant Operator or Trainee

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT               

 

Wastewater Plant Operator or Trainee

 

The City of McDonough is accepting applications for the full-time position of Wastewater Plant Operator. Class III certification is preferred but will consider a Trainee with mechanical and electrical skills. 

 

Major duties:  Closely monitors wastewater treatment facility and process using SCADA system for optimum performance and makes recommendations for changes; Inspects for proper operation; pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, backflow preventers, air compressors, sludge thickening equipment, chemical feed equipment, odor control systems, sludge handling and moving equipment, and utility and process wastewater systems; Uses hand tools and power tools to perform maintenance on plant equipment, including but not limited to drill press, grinders, all hand tools, welders, and cutting torches; Operates chemical feed systems and assists in the unloading of chemical deliveries; Collects and reviews operational data for the Activated Sludge Process,  primary process, and solids handling; Coordinates special tasks such as DO profiles, special sampling (WET, Bio-solids, and thickening); Trains in the operation of press dewatering;

 

Duties also include lawn maintenance of grounds, pump stations, etc. using mowers, edgers, blowers, weed eaters and other necessary tools.

 

See full job description at www.mcdonoughga.org

 

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent; one (1) year of related experience; must possess Georgia Class III Wastewater Operator’s certificate as issued by the  Georgia State Board of Examiners (or ability to obtain within one year); specialized training in relation to wastewater treatment is preferred, especially SCADA training or experience; valid State of Georgia Driver’s license; satisfactory motor vehicle report; pass employment physical, drug and alcohol screen; acceptable criminal history; equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Excellent benefits.  Apply at City Hall, 136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough, Georgia, or email application to ctuck@mcdonoughga.org.  Applications can be found online at www.mcdonoughga.org or at City Hall.

 

Deadline to apply:  Open until filled (may close at any time)

Starting pay:  $13.65 per hour for trainee, $14.33 per hour for Class III

(opportunity for increases with certifications)

Work Hours:  Wednesday through Saturday, 7:00am – 5:00pm

 

 

 

The City of McDonough is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.