NTP Plant Operator I / II - Nights

This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon the candidate's qualifications:

Plant Operator I ($28.96  - $40.40  hourly)

Performs skilled and unskilled work and tasks required to operate and control the performance of liquid and solids stream unit process equipment. Works under the direction of a Treatment Supervisor or Assistant Treatment Superintendent. May be assigned work by a Plant Operator – Lead.

Plant Operator II ($33.78  - $47.13  hourly)

Performs skilled work with the overall operation of liquid and solids stream treatment facilities. Works under the direction of a Treatment Supervisor. 

This position would be a Night Shift position working a rotating schedule. 

**New hires assigned to the night shift receive a 25% shift differential.**

**Due to the nature of the industry, day/nightshifts are not guaranteed and may be subject to change based on permit and plant needs.**

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Plant Operator I

1. Participation in Metro’s Wastewater Treatment Operations Staff Training Program, including enrollment and completion of assigned curriculum.
2. Performs routine monitoring of wastewater unit processes and support systems equipment.
3. Performs and assists with control adjustments to unit process variables to maintain optimal performance.
4. Performs field measurements, observations, and analyses required for plant monitoring.
5. Follows Standard Operating Procedures and provides feedback for support systems equipment and unit processes.
6. Follow established operational reporting lines in all operational, maintenance, and emergency procedures to ensure clear communication, accountability, and efficient decision-making. 
7. Follow established operational reporting lines when reporting incidents, requesting resources, addressing interdepartmental concerns, initiating non-routine tasks or changes to standard operating procedures.
8. Performs equipment inspections and evaluations. Places equipment in and out of service.
9. Performs adjustments to process equipment and facility systems.
10. Performs routine preventative maintenance tasks and ensures housekeeping standards are met.
11. Performs Lock Out Tag Out on out-of-service equipment.
12. Provides input for the creation and revision of Standard Operating Procedures.
13. Demonstrates continued progression in operator training.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Plant Operator II

1. Participation in Metro’s On-Job Training (OJT) program, including enrollment and completion of assigned curriculum.
2. Performs monitoring of wastewater unit processes and support systems equipment.
3. Provides and validates control adjustments to unit process variables to maintain optimal performance.
4. Assists with the training of junior operators.
5. Performs field measurements, observations, and analyses required for plant monitoring.
6. Performs and assists with the development of Standard Operating Procedures for support systems equipment and unit processes.
7. Follow established operational reporting lines in all operational, maintenance, and emergency procedures to ensure clear communication, accountability, and efficient decision-making. 
8. Follow established operational reporting lines when reporting incidents, requesting resources, addressing interdepartmental concerns, initiating non-routine tasks or changes to standard operating procedures.
9. Conducts routine equipment inspections and evaluations, places equipment in and out of service.
10. Optimize adjustments to process equipment and facility systems. Validates conditions and operations.
11. Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks, identifies and ensures housekeeping standards are met.
12. Perform flushing’s and valve exercising preventative maintenance.
13. Performs and ensures proper Lock Out Tag Out on out-of-service equipment.
14. Demonstrates continued progression in operator training.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

SPECIAL NOTE: ALL Plant Operators must complete the Basic Operations Module requirements of the Wastewater Treatment Operations Staff Training Program, including obtaining certifications, within specified timeframe.

Qualifications:

Plant Operator I

Knowledge of:

• Monitoring systems/equipment
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Basic Equipment inspections and maintenance
• Arithmetic, reading, writing
• Safety practices
• SCADA Systems
• Basic layout of utility feeds to a treatment facility
• MS Office software

Skilled at:

• Troubleshooting operational issues
• Applying SOPs and field data to optimize processes
• Communicating and following direction
• Following instructions, policies and procedures
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Using documentation and monitoring systems
• Managing disagreements and de-escalating conflict

Ability to:

• Analyze data and communicate them as necessary
• Read and follow technical manuals
• Assist new operators
• Perform math operations with decimals and fractions
• Conduct accurate field observations and sampling
• Learn new tools and procedures
• Remain calm and professional under pressure

Education, Certifications, and Licenses
High School diploma or GED.  Valid and current driver’s license. Colorado Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator or ability to attain it through reciprocity.

Plant Operator II
Knowledge of:

• Complex Monitoring systems/equipment
• Standard Operating Procedures, MOP’s
• Routine Equipment inspections and maintenance
• Wastewater treatment principles 
• Safety practices and standards
• SCADA Systems
• Basic layout of utility feeds to treatment facility
• MS Office software

Skilled at:

• Wastewater treatment operations
• Independently troubleshooting operational issues
• Applying SOPs and field data to optimize processes
• Communicating clearly and following instructions
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Providing training to new operators
• Managing disagreements and de-escalating conflict
• Making operations decisions based on utilizing operational documentation and diverse monitoring systems

Ability to:

• Analyze data and trends: take corrective measures
• Read and follow technical manuals and procedures
• Perform advanced mathematics and apply to operations
• Conduct accurate field observations and sampling
• Learn new tools and procedures
• Provide insight and guidance and promote team success
• Remain calm and professional under pressure
• Respond to plant emergencies 
• Multitask within plant operations activities

Education, Certifications, and Licenses 
High School diploma or GED. Valid Drivers license. Colorado Class B Wastewater Operator Certification or ability to attain it through reciprocity

Working Conditions:

Typical Work Environment   
Wet/Humidity conditions; Residential and Commercial wastewater/Biosolids; Variety of floor surfaces including concrete, gravel, asphalt, dirt, tile, loose stones, uneven surfaces, slippery surfaces, wet surfaces; Inside environment; Outside environment all year in all weather conditions and temperatures;   Chemicals;  Lighting conditions including natural light, fluorescent, head lamps,  incandescent, and low light;  Vibration; Moving equipment and vehicles; Work at heights; Work in confined spaces
 
Body Position Demands
Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing ladders; Reaching forward and overhead; Balancing; Object handling; Simple hand/ Firm hand grasping; Operating controls; Sitting; Stooping; Kneeling; Crouching; Crawling; Typing; Fine hand coordination
 
Physical Demands (max forces are expected to be infrequent)
Max Weight Lifted: 42 lbs.
Max Weight Carried: 42 lbs.
Max Force Pushed: 98 lbs.
Max Force Pulled: 128 lbs.
 
Sensory Requirements
Wide field of view; Perception - Spatial; Olfactory (Smelling); Vision - Near; Depth perception; Color discrimination; Perception - Form; Feeling without seeing; Speaking; Vision - Far; Hearing

Other Necessary Requirements

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