WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR (3A) 7465
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in
this class either supervises the operation of a wastewater treatment plant with
a point score of 56-75, or works as a shift supervisor in a wastewater
treatment plant with a point score of 76 or greater which uses the activated
sludge process or similar suspended growth nitrogen removal. Work is reviewed by a Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operator (4A) if the incumbent is a shift supervisor, or by an
administrative supervisor if the incumbent is in charge of the wastewater
treatment plant. Supervision may be
exercised over plant support personnel.
Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Starts and stops pumps, motors, air
compressors, and related machinery and equipment; makes repairs to 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;
Clean and maintains bar screens,
sewers and tanks;
Assists in the instruction of
trainees; supervises the work of laborers, helpers, 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 with a point score of 56 or greater which utilizes
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 routine reports; physical condition commensurate with the demands of
the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Possession of a Type 3A or 4A
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate issued by the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation.
PROMOTIONAL
Two
(2) years of permanent status as a Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Helper;
or,
Four (4) years of permanent status
as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Helper.
NOTE: Candidates
must posses a Type 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 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
Competitive
Review 07/23/15