WasteWater Operator
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Borough of West Chester
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WasteWater Operator
Borough of West Chester
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
West Chester, Pennsylvania
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The operator is responsible for daily sample collection, plant inspections, and monitoring equipment data. They must perform maintenance on pumps and motors while ensuring general facility housekeeping.
Qualifications
You have a high school diploma or GED and possess or are eligible to obtain a PA-DEP wastewater operator's certification license. You are able to perform daily sample collections, equipment inspections, and maintenance on plant machinery, as well as basic math calculations and writing.
Must Have Skills for ATS
PA-DEP wastewater operator's certification license
wastewater treatment
plant operations
sample collection
equipment maintenance
meter readings
chemical residuals
pump operation
motor operation
gearbox operation
clarifier drive operation
Job Description
Description
Introduction
West Chester Borough is a thriving community with a population of 20,000+ located in the center of Chester County PA. It is the seat of County government and home to West Chester University.
The two locations that service the West Chester Borough (Goose Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant and Taylor Run Wastewater Treatment Plant) are hiring a Wastewater Operator/Trainee. Applicants will have a high school diploma or GED, and a PA-DEP mandated operator’s certification license. An applicant without a PA-DEP operator’s license will be given the opportunity to earn the required license. The starting salary without the license is $21.83 per hour. Once a license is earned, the rate of pay is $22.83 per hour. Salary rates for licensed operators will be evaluated and negotiated based on experience. The incumbent will be a team player and work with others at Goose Creek to create a culture of constant improvement.
Locations
- Taylor Run - 795 Downington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
Duties
1. Perform daily collection of samples and inspections of the plant and equipment.
2. Monitor and record data, meter readings, and chemical residuals and adjust for proper equipment operation.
3. Operate and perform maintenance on pumps, motors, gear boxes, clarifier drives, and other prime movers.
4. Perform housekeeping duties, including building maintenance, grass cutting and weeding.
5. Follow verbal and written instructions and notify Maintenance Foreman and Plant Superintendent of equipment issues.
6. Perform other duties, as assigned.
Schedule
During Training: Monday -Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM (3-4 weeks)
After Training:
Week #1 = Tuesday-Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM and 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday and Sunday
Week#2 = Tuesday-Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Requirements
This position requires knowledge of wastewater treatment and plant operations. The ability to write well and do basic math calculations is important. The incumbent must be able to physically negotiate each part of the wastewater facility and pumping stations.
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Borough of West Chester
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