Water Reclamation Facility Operator (Grade IV)

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

12/31/2025

PAY GRADE:

Grade 21

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

Water Reclamation Facility Grade IV Operators supervise and perform collection and testing of wastewater samples which requires a basic knowledge of chemistry, biology and analytical procedures, and the ability to interpret the results of these tests. Work also involves supervising, operating, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility to ensure effluent meets local, state and federal guidelines. Water Reclamation Facility Grade IV Operators supervise subordinates involved in a variety of waste water treatment plant operations to include scheduling, training, and assigning and reviewing work. Work is performed primarily in and around waste water treatment plants.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Jefferson County provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is listed below:

Jefferson County $24.57 - $38.12 USD Hourly

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Driver's License.

• Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) Wastewater Operator Grade IV Certification.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Conducts preventative maintenance techniques on WWTP operating equipment to ensure proper and safe plant operations.

• Maintains plant equipment by replacing, rotating and cleaning clarifiers, presses, belts, pits, pumps, basins, UV module, sand filter system, etc.

• Collects samples, conducts field and lab tests, performs laboratory tests, records calculations and test results and transposes results into monthly operating reports for submission.

• Performs detailed inspections of the wastewater flow and the operating equipment and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper functioning.

• Supervises subordinates involved in a variety of WWTP operations by assigning and delegating job duties, scheduling employees, and reviewing performance to ensure compliance with federal guidelines within the state permit.

• Trains subordinates involved in a variety of WWTP operations by developing training programs, staying abreast with current wastewater guidelines, teaching courses, and providing orientation for new employees.

• Communicates pertinent information regarding WWTP operations and guidelines to organization staff, public, and governing agencies.

• Maintaining WWTP equipment inventory such as spare parts, lubricants, custodial, and laboratory supplies in order to ensure plant operations are uninterrupted.

• Preparing annual budget for the WWTP by making budgeting requests, recommendations, and acquisitions for submission to the county commission in order to ensure that all resources for various plant operations are maintained.

• Regulates plant processes depending on various settings, flow movement and other variables.

• Gathers information from plant equipment and gauges, records readings and reports any malfunctions.

• Maintains plant grounds by cleaning floors, walkways, buildings, removing trash and debris and performing repairs as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 75 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in and around waste water treatment plants. Work involves the use of various hand and power tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, grinders, saws etc. Job may require exposure to biological and/or chemical hazards, including raw sewage. Job may also require exposure to airborne contaminants (e.g., dust, odors, smoke, toxic fumes).

EEO STATEMENT:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION:

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.