Wastewater Treatment Area Operator (Richmond CI) at North Carolina Dept of Environmental Quality

, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

57117.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Wastewater Treatment, Sample Collection, Preventative Maintenance, Chemical Analysis, Plant Operation, Equipment Repair, Regulatory Compliance, Supervision, Record Keeping, Flow Measurement, Chemical Composition, Environmental Regulations, Operational Efficiency, Labor Management, Monitoring, Adjusting Systems

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Agency Adult Correction Division Operations Job Classification Title Water/Wastewater Trmt Operator (S) Position Number 60065796 Grade NC05 About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work Salary Range: $32,639 - $57,117 Reporting directly to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor IV, this position is responsible for maintaining and repairing the machines and equipment used to process and distribute water to include sample, measure and monitor waste/water effluent quality to ensure monthly monitoring limits are met in accordance with Department of Environmental and Natural Resources and Division of Water Quality. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: - Collecting and analyzing samples at various stages of the Wastewater Treatment Plant process to include: flow measurement; dissolved oxygen, settleable matter, residual chorine, temperature and PH. - Observing the operation of the Treatment Plant and performing preventative maintenance on pumps, blowers, electric motors, filter, tanks, basins, recirculation and sludge pumps and other equipment to guard against equipment failure. - Interpreting on-site test results and results of certified laboratory analysis for such test as Biochemical Oxygen Demand, Total Suspended Solids, Fecal Coliform, and Ammonia Nitrogen for evaluation of plant operation efficiency. - Implementing necessary treatment process controls. - Recognizing wastewater treatment conditions and making necessary corrections such as: setting, adjusting, and monitoring regulators, timers, and control mechanisms determining correct amounts of chemicals to ensure safe and efficient wastewater treatment. - Responsible for all major repairs to the Treatment Plant to ensure immediate equipment repair to prevent a potential health or environmental hazard. Such conditions could include: bypassing of treatment process, septic condition arising from aeration blower failure or typical equipment failure. - Supervising offender labor for the daily maintenance and cleaning of the Treatment Plant and associated equipment to include: cleaning solids from Lift Station bar screens, disposal of waste, maintenance of drying beds, general maintenance of electric motors and other Plant components. - Achieving efficient operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant within recognized environment as established by the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources, Division of Water Quality such as meeting required effluent quality. Limitations, monitoring and report of effluent quality, ensuring the proper application of sludge on permitted land in accordance with permit. - Monitoring and accurately adjusting valves, pumps, blowers, recirculation systems, equalization basin flow, and chemical additive systems to maintain correct operational levels. - Maintaining daily records and charts indicating plant operational efficiency levels are compiled for reference and are subject to review by the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and Engineering Section. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Knowledge of chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformation that they undergo which includes usage of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, and production. Knowledge and skill in the operation, maintenance, and repair of applicable machines, equipment, and tools. Knowledge of state and local laws, ordinances and regulations related to the area. Necessary Special Requirement: Work of some positions in this classification may require employee to possess or obtain C-Well, spray irrigation and subsurface certifications within 24 months and/or obtain & maintain Pesticide Applicator certification within 24 months of hire. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is NC05. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase May result. About Richmond Correctional Institution: Richmond Correctional Institution is located in Hoffman, North Carolina and houses up to 420 male offenders in a medium custody facility. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High school or General Educational Development (GED) Diploma and three (3) years of experience in wastewater treatment operations and maintenance, which includes making prescribed chemical and bacteriological analysis of water/wastewater Or An equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Rose Cuevas Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.

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Responsibilities

The Wastewater Treatment Area Operator is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment used in water processing, as well as monitoring wastewater effluent quality to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This includes collecting samples, performing preventative maintenance, and supervising offender labor for daily maintenance tasks.