Driver/Press Operator (Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant)

JOB SUMMARY

This job position performs duties in the operation of a belt filter press and or centrifuge at the wastewater treatment plant. The position is also responsible for hauling processed wastewater sludge to a repurposing facility and hauling wastewater grit and rags to the landfill in a roll-off truck. Other duties include preventative maintenance of the belt press and other wastewater treatment processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma required. Minimum of 1 year experience in operations of Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants and operations of a belt filter press and or centrifuge.

Special Requirements:

Must possess Class "C" wastewater certification issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Must possess a valid Texas Class "B" Commercial Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Two years experience in operation of vehicles and light equipment

• Ability to understand and abide by City of Conroe and Departmental policies and procedures

• Must be able to work on call duty and respond at any hour during an emergency when requested

• Must be able to attend after hours classes to renew or obtain required certifications/licenses when necessary

• Ability to work as many hours needed to get the work assigned completed

• Must be able to lift weights of 50 pounds and 100 pounds with assistance

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions

• Must be capable of conducting routine maintenance to vehicles and equipment

• Ability to use all tools to accomplish the job in an efficient manner

• Ability to adapt to new technology, new methods and changing conditions

• Must be capable of reading, writing and speaking in English

• Must be able to communicate using a two-way radio

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy to medium and requires the ability to exert up to 70 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and talking.