WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR (3) 7464

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class may either supervise the operation of a wastewater treatment plant with a point score of 56-75 or may work as a shift supervisor in a wastewater treatment plant with a point score of 76 or greater. These plant facilities utilize treatment processes other than activated sludge. The employee may also work as an operator in a wastewater treatment plant utilizing the activated sludge process. When functioning as an operator in an activated process plant, the employee performs highly complex work, requiring independent judgment and initiative. The work is reviewed by a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (4) or (4A) 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 minor repairs to the machinery and equipment; 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;

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.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the practices and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant with facilities for chemical precipitation, sludge vacuum filtration, sludge incineration, separate sludge digestion, or any other biological oxidation process 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; 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 meters; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Possession of a Type 3, 4, 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 possess a Type 3, 4, 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 3, 4, 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