LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES, TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENT

• High School Diploma from an accredited institution or GED
• Candidate must have a passing grade toward the ADEM Grade IV Drinking water license
• It is preferred but not a requirement that field hours toward certification are complete (1900 hours on the job)
• Must have a valid Alabama Drivers License and a good driving record
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Work Independently
• Able to drive a forklift
• Available to work shift work and work overtime as needed
• Ability to work in a team environment (with 1 or 2 other operators on shift)
• Ability to work well with others
• Perform all job tasks in a safe manner and is a safety advocate
• Able to work alternating shifts as required
• Work effectively in 3 different areas – Oily Waste Plant; End of Pipe; Drinking Water Plant
• Monitor the operation of the sewage plant
• Candidate must be able to effectively reason and solve problems
• Ability to perform a variety of analytical tests
• Good knowledge of industrial activities – pumps, valves, pressure indicator, level indicator, etc.
• Ability to understand industrial control system displays on the computer
• Effectively identify maintenance issues and communicate appropriately
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area

Environmental Operator maintains environmental equipment/systems in good condition, communicating issues to “others” as appropriate. The Environmental Operator will work in 3 primary areas – 1) End of Pipe (Wastewater Treatment Operator) – 2) Oily Waste Plant and the 3) Drinking Water Plant. The operator often works alone in areas managed by the Environmental Department. The operator will rotate by schedule to each of the plants. The prospective candidate will work closely with environmental maintenance and the environmental engineers/director.
The Environmental Operator is required to begin as a Grade IV certified operator or have a passing grade on the state test.