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TPWA has a strong benefits package and competitive compensation scale. All TPWA position require a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen. All qualified applicants must pick up an application at 710 W. Choctaw St. or print one below. Please submit all applications to the office at 710 W. Choctaw St. or mail to Human Resources at PO Box 29 Tahlequah, OK 74465. All resumes must be accompanied by a completed application.
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Position: WWTP Class D Operator/Operator Trainee Reports to: WWTP Superintendent
Summary: Tahlequah Public Works Authority is operated for the general welfare, safety, and health of the City of Tahlequah and the citizens thereof through the furnishing of adequate water, sewer, and electrical services. A Class “D” Operator or Operator Trainee for the Wastewater Treatment Department is semi-skilled work in the operations of WWTP and involves the responsibility for the operations of flow control and processing of wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Summary: Tahlequah Public Works Authority is operated for the general welfare, safety, and health of the City of Tahlequah and the citizens thereof through the furnishing of adequate water, sewer, and electrical services. A Class “D” Operator or Operator Trainee for the Wastewater Treatment Department is semi-skilled work in the operations of WWTP and involves the responsibility for the operations of flow control and processing of wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets lab tests, meters, and gauge readings to determine processing requirements
- Inspects Plant equipment and machinery to determine that it is operating properly
- Operates treatment plan to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, and effluent
- Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control; start and stop pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow, treatment process, and sludge digestion and disposal
- Collects wastewater samples and performs routine laboratory tests and records analysis of results on hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly logs
- Records data on gauge readings and monitoring equipment
- Assists in major repairs and installation of new equipment
- Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties inside and outside
- Adheres to company policies and procedures, including regular and timely attendance, appropriate dress code, and ensuring a safe work environment
- Other duties as assigned by Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Must possess a valid State of Oklahoma driver’s license and satisfactory driving record acceptable by TPWA’s insurance carrier
- Must complete and pass a Class D Wastewater certification through the State of Oklahoma’s Department of Environmental Quality, or working towards certification