WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR (2) 7462
An employee in this class may
either supervise the operation of a wastewater treatment plant with a point
score of 31-55 that utilizes treatment processes other than activated sludge,
or may work as a shift supervisor in a wastewater treatment plant with a point
score of 56-75 that utilizes treatment processes other than activated
sludge. The employee may also work as an
operator in a wastewater treatment plant utilizing the activated sludge
process. Work is reviewed by a
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (3) or (3A) if the incumbent is a shift
supervisor or by an administrative supervisor if the incumbent is in charge of
the wastewater treatment plant. Does
related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Starts and stops pumps, motors, air
compressors, and related machines and equipment; makes repairs to the machinery
and equipment and performs minor preventive maintenance; records readings from
meters and gauges;
Treats and disposes of sludge; adds
chlorine to wastewater; takes samples of wastewater for testing; makes
necessary tests for control of plant operations;
Cleans and maintains bar screens,
sewers and tanks;
Assists in the instruction of
trainees, supervises the work of laborers and other support personnel; keeps a
log of plant operations and related records;
Performs custodial duties in
connection with the maintenance of buildings and grounds;
Paints equipment, structures and
sewerage facilities.
FULL PERFORMANCE
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good knowledge
of the practices used and equipment required in the operation and maintenance
of a wastewater treatment plant which utilizes processes other than the
activated sludge process; good knowledge of the principles and applications of
physics, chemistry and bacteriology as applied to wastewater treatment and
disposal; some knowledge of effective supervisory techniques; skill in the
operation and repair of pumps, valves, and related mechanical and electrical
equipment; ability to read, understand, and record data from gauges, scales and
meters; ability to make routine laboratory and field tests for control of plant
operations; ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others in a
manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to understand and
carry out oral and written instructions; ability to maintain simple records and
prepare routing reports; physical condition commensurate with the demands of
the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Possession of a Type 2, 3, 4, 2A, 3A or 4A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate, issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
PROMOTIONAL
1)
Two (2) years of permanent status as a Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant
Helper; or,
2)
Four (4) years of permanent status as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Helper.
NOTE: Candidates must posses a Type 2, 3, 4, 2A, 3A or 4A Wastewater Treatment Plant
Operator's certificate, issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
NECESSARY SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates
must maintain a Grade 2, 3, 4, 2A, 3A, or 4A Certificate, issued by the New
York State Department of Environmental Conservation, while employed in this
title.
Depending upon the
assignment, at the time of appointment and during employment in this title,
employees may be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle
in New York State.
R7/11/05
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive
Review 07/23/15