Water Pollution Control Operator - The Metropolitan District Commission

The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) provides quality water supply, water pollution control, mapping, and household hazardous waste collection to eight member municipalities: Bloomfield, East Hartford, Hartford, Newington, Rocky Hill, West Hartford, Wethersfield and Windsor. Additionally, the MDC provides drinking water to portions of Farmington, Glastonbury, East Granby and South Windsor, known as the MDC's non-member towns.

JOB SUMMARY

This very responsible position is specialized in all unit processes of water pollution control plant operations, maintenance and process control and oversight. Responsibilities include unit processes such as preliminary treatment, primary treatment, secondary treatment, chlorine/Ultraviolet disinfection solids processing, solids receiving, thickening (both gravity and dissolved air floatation), dewatering, wet weather, heat recovery /electrical production and all associated equipment.

Work involves responsibility for safe and efficient operations of aforementioned assigned processes. This position has responsibility for implementing operational changes and recommending process control adjustments in all areas of the facilities in accordance with established procedures. This position works varying shifts and overtime assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS

A high school diploma or the equivalent plus one year of experience in water pollution control plant operations. Effective working experience with Windows Office Software. Experience in SAP and Hach WIMS is desirable. Ability to work with SCADA systems for effective process monitoring.

Must possess a valid driver's license and a CT Wastewater Class I Certification for the labor grade of LT-08 ($35.12 - $42.13) or CT Wastewater Class II Certification for the labor grade of LT-09 ($36.88 - $44.23)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are illustrative of the classification and may not include all of the duties under the classification.

• Inspects and operates all treatment plant equipment to ensure proper functioning, makes adjustments to operating equipment, reports the need for major or specialized repairs to equipment, machinery and electrical and control systems, assists specialized trades personnel in making major and/or highly technical repairs to equipment, machinery and systems. Performs preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance and assists maintenance in performing repairs.
• Gathers information for input into the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA), Hach WIMS and other data and computerized control systems.
• Operates all wastewater treatment equipment, machinery and facilities by using manual, electronic and computer control systems to regulate and control processes.
• Monitors gauges, meters, charts, graphs and operates pumps, valves, electric motors, adjusting related equipment to operational needs.
• Collects wastewater samples and performs laboratory tests associated with process and permit requirements; cleans tanks and maintain buildings and grounds.
• Understands and operates all processes including incineration, waste heat recovery and electrical generation, chemical and ultraviolet disinfection, including cleaning and replacing ultraviolet lamps.
• Performs work in a safe manner and observes all safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment. Performs work or lower classifications, as necessary.
• Uses all tools, equipment and materials responsibly, performs inspections. Responds to emergencies as directed at any time of day or night.
• Observes and accurately reports plant process and equipment problems. Completes job or shift report forms, as assigned. Performs basic mathematical, statistical, geometric and algebraic calculations common to treatment quantification and laboratory analysis. Operates personal computers with the ability to apply and use various processing software programs.
• ADA COMPLIANCE
• Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort that involves lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of significant weight
  
  
• The Metropolitan District Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Commission will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.