Waste Water Operator I
Howard County
- Savage, MD
- $43,285-70,221 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.Howard County Government
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2023, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 51 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - the most in the state of Maryland. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking.What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:
- We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
- We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
- We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
- As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.
This is semiskilled entry level work in the operation, preventive maintenance, and care of mechanical equipment in a water reclamation plant.STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$20.81 - $22.41
$43,285 - $46,613CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Work includes testing samples of waste water flow and assisting in the operations of intake structures, pumps, and other plant equipment.Work is performed with close supervision from a technical superior until such time as the incumbent proficiency in assigned tasks. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established plant routines and procedures. An employee in this class assists in the control and preventive maintenance operations of a waste water treatment plant on an assigned shift. Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Monitors gauges, meters, control panels and process control computers; observes variations in operating conditions and reports routine as well as unusual meter and gauge readings, test results, and observations to superiors for determination of processing requirements.Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control; starts and stops pumps to control and adjust flows, chemical dosages, and treatment process equipment.Inspects bearings, valves, seals, filters, generators, compressors, and other mechanical and electrical equipment; makes minor repairs to malfunctioning equipment; reports major or complex malfunctions to supervisors.Obtains waste water samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses as required by Federal, State, and local agencies for proper operation of the treatment plant.Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties including cleaning equipment and performing maintenance tasks around grounds and buildings; assists in the maintenance of the treatment plant equipment.Maintains shift logs, manually enters field and test data, records meter and gauge readings, and laboratory results.Performs routine preventative maintenance; lubricates pumps, conveyors, chains, motors, and related equipment; Performs minor repairs and adjustments; paints equipment, structures, piping, and other facilities when necessary.This position is considered emergency essential, and, as such, the incumbent may be required to report for regular work shift during inclement weather, or then when an emergency situation arises.This job has no supervisory responsibilities. High School diploma or G.E.D.PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of elementary mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles.Knowledge of safe work habits.Knowledge of basic math skills.Knowledge of the operation of pumps, valves, gauges, and other equipment used in a waste water treatment plant.Knowledge of elementary lab and sample collection techniques.Ability to perform minor maintenance such as adjust pumps, valves, gauges, or other equipment used in a waste water treatment plantAbility to maintain simple written records.Ability to read gauges and meters accurately.Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.Ability to work effectively with others.Ability to use basic hand tools.Ability to recognize unusual or dangerous conditions or situations.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Required to work a rotating shift.LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.Must obtain certification by the Maryland State Board of Waterworks and Waste System Operators as a Temporary Class "5A" Wastewater Operator upon selection.A valid Maryland driver's license or equivalent issued by state of residence may be required, depending upon job assignment.