Wastewater Operator III

JOB POSTING:
1352

PAY RANGE:

$42.00-$52.00

STATUS:
Hourly position

WORK HOURS: 

40 hours per week; available for additional hours as business needs require

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the overall operation of the WWTP and compliance with the regulations.

responsibility for the technical aspects of plants operations, compliance with state and federal operating regulations, and responsibility for the maintenance of the plant, pump stations and underground sewer system. Work is performed with considerable independence under the direction of the Director of Housing and Commercial Operations, subject to review through reports and results achieved; performs all aspects of monitoring and testing done at the WWTP site.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Limoneira’s job descriptions describe the key areas of responsibility, but do not attempt to describe all activities or areas of responsibility.  In most cases the description covers approximately 80% of an individual’s daily, weekly, or monthly job duties.

• Manage the operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment and disposal system, including sewer lift stations, associated appurtenances, and backup the water distribution system
• Closely observe and check various operational parameters and functions of the wastewater facilities, including reporting process and equipment status and adjusting, or taking other appropriate actions as necessary
• Create and maintain basic reports, record keeping, and mathematical calculations, including completing daily logs, operator sheets, and checklists, both manually and by computer, responsible for reporting to governmental agencies
• Monitor and adjust the operation of pumps, generators, cogeneration equipment, and other related equipment when necessary; record and interpret lapsed time, flow, and other metered data; monitor the systems and controls
• Perform chemical analyses on wastewater samples, including but not limited to total and fecal coliform, pH, chlorine residual, and temperatures
• Conduct preventive maintenance on wastewater treatments, including sewer lift stations and associated appurtenances; inspect wastewater collection and transmission lines for malfunctions or blockages, clear blockages and performing other corrective measures; monitoring and adjusting chlorine feed rates, troubleshoot, repair, and performing routine operation and maintenance on chemical analyzers, and feed controllers for chemicals such as chlorine; participate in sewer bypass pumping as needed
• Monitor, poll, and respond to lift station alarms; acknowledge and investigate alarms throughout the wastewater and water facilities; locate and notify stand-by personnel to respond to; resolve lift station alarms and provide support, security, and communication to maintenance personnel at lift stations when responding to alarms
• Assist with the operations of the water supply, treatment, distribution, storage, and pumping systems, and reading meters. Assist with install, repair, maintain, and replacement of water mains, meters, service connections, and other water facilities
• Maintain the wastewater facilities in clean order, including moving, weed trimming, painting, pressure washing, and custodial duties
• Respond to customer questions and/or complaints, including questions and complaints about sewer lift overflows
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by Director of Housing and Commercial Operations or Management

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; 4 years of experience; possess a Wastewater Operator III Certificate

Limoneira Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

All applicants will be considered regardless of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability or marital status.

If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter along with a filled-out application to jobs@limoneira.com. Please use Wastewater Operator III as your subject line.