Argonne

Waste/Water Treatment Operator

Lemont, IL USA · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 27 days ago

Communication

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Foreman, starts, stops, and adjusts the operation of all equipment as necessary for proper operation of the waste treatment plant and the domestic and cooling water treatment plants.
Calculated daily consumption of water, chemicals, dosages, etc.
Equipment includes all pumps, filters, chemical feeders, chlorinators, air compressors, agitators, valves, scrapers, deionizers, sludge scraper and blowoff, automatic controls and related equipment.

Performs routine inspections and readings for proper operation
Performs prescribed chemical tests such as hardness, pH, turbidity, sludge percent chlorine residual, etc. and records analyzed results
Adjusts equipment as indicated by test results to maintain prescribed quality of water
Perform prescribed operational tests on samples including residual chlorine, pH, slide %, suspended solids, and B.O.D. samples and records analyzed results
Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent.
Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Basic knowledge of mechanical systems including pumping equipment operation is required
1-3 years related experience in operating water treatment equipment and certification as an IEPA water systems operator or wastewater treatment operator is desired
Good knowledge and use of a PC are required
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work weekend and shift work

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