JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Unit Process Manager, assists in the planning, organization, and coordination of the operation and maintenance of one or more wastewater treatment processes. Ensures that unit process activities result in following the operational guidelines established by others. Provides technical assistance as directed to plant personnel, consultants, and engineering staff. Supports unit process start-ups and shutdowns. Assists with process performance monitoring, chemical feed adjustments, sampling and testing. Collaborates with various departments, manufacturer’s representatives and consultants to complete technical projects. Supports the development and preparation of reports for internal and external use. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

– Works with other employees to complete projects of a technical nature. Utilizes resources necessary to accomplish project goals, such as people, technology, materials, etc. Projects may involve research, data collection and sampling, analyzing processes, and other duties.

– Assists in the organization and allocation of resources (people and materials) in advance of unit startups to ensure efficient coordination of activities of one or more wastewater treatment processes to achieve designed operational results.

– Works with other employees to collect, organize, review, analyze, interpret, summarize, and manage data and information. Creates various written documents, including logs, spreadsheets, and reports. Checks reports and calculations for quality, accuracy and completeness.

– Ensures sampling and testing activities are performed correctly. May prepare and perform unit process sampling and analysis. Assists with the preparation of samples to be transported to Analytical Services for analysis.

– Assists in the review and evaluations of unit process performance efficiency and quality. Analyzes equipment malfunctions and their impact on unit process. Makes recommendations for improving operation and efficiency of plant processes.

– Coordinates the preparation of work requests and discusses equipment malfunctions with Plant Maintenance Managers and Plant Administration.

– Assists in the collection of information by observing samples taken during the testing processes and recommends chemical feed adjustments as needed to achieve designed operational results. Employs proper verification procedures. Maintains quality control records and control charts on analysis. Calculates and records test results and confirms if they are within normal limits. Validates sample results against method-specific quality control and checks data and calculations for accuracy.

– Works with other employees to inspect instrumentation, calibration curves, and analytical techniques to verify reliability and accuracy. Helps identifies faults in equipment, reports malfunctions and anomalies, and assists in diagnosing problems in processes. Checks that all supplies and materials are available and orders from stockroom as needed.

– Monitors levels of material inventory such as chemicals, sampling and testing supplies. Coordinates delivery and the shipment of process area chemicals and necessary stock item inventory, and equipment needed for sampling.

– Supports the evaluation and development of operating guidelines. Provides training to District staff on equipment operation and process quality related technical matters. Explains theory and practice of technical topics, systems, and/or operational procedures to non-specialists. Maintains strong communication links with District departments and consultants about testing experiences and performance data. Communicates progress updates to management and project stakeholders in a timely manner.

– Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Candidate must possess bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of general wastewater experience is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the District’s acceptable guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

– Candidate must possess effective communication skills (verbal and written) and be detail oriented.

– Candidate must possess the ability to operate, calibrate and maintain proper working order of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.

– Candidate must be able to analyze data and make appropriate recommendations; evaluate numbers, information and ideas; effectively prioritize, multi-task and manage multiple projects.

– Candidate must be able to prepare reports and communicate and/or present information for internal and/or external use and work individually or as part of a team.

– Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

During the course of performing the essential functions of this position the employee must be able to compare, compute, analyze, synthesize, compile, coordinate, negotiate and instruct. Ability to communicate while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills is required. Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, handling, feeling, hearing, walking, fingering and talking. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on a consistent basis maybe necessary. Position will require visual demands of near acuity, depth perception, far acuity, color vision and accommodation. The position requires office, site and field work. For safety reasons hearing and hearing protection is required. While working in the field or plant the employee will be exposed to extreme weather, extreme heat that is non-weather related, atmospheric conditions, vibrations, extreme cold that is non-weather related, wet and/or humid, hazards and confined/restricted working environments. Position required to sometimes perform confined space entry on the job. Employee must possess the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices in accordance with the District’s policy, including not having facial hair that interferes with the facepiece-to-face seal.

Pay Range: USD, Commensurate with Experience

$24.71 – $29.64 per hour

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We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.

NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

DISCLAIMER:  The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.