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WWTP Operator – Gloversville-Johnstown Joint Wastewater Treatment Facility

Typical Work Activities (Operator)

  • operates pumps, motors, air compressors, filters, digesters, presses and related machinery and equipment and a variety of hand tools;
  • inspects and monitors pump stations and plant facilities;
  • makes minor repairs to machinery and equipment;
  • records readings from meters and gauges;
  • treats and disposes of sludge;
  • adds chemicals to wastewater;
  • takes samples of wastewater for testing;
  • completes necessary tests for control of plant operation;
  • enters plant operations data onto computer;
  • instructs and supervises trainees and other subordinate personnel;
  • keeps a log of plant operations and related records;
  • operates automotive and heavy-duty equipment as assigned;
  • may perform and supervise a variety of custodial duties and the maintenance or buildings and grounds.

Minimum Qualifications (Operator)

Possession of a Grade 3-A or 4-A Certificate issued under the provisions of NYS Environmental Conservation regulations required at time of appointment.

Special Requirements :   Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s License

Salary:   $32.37/hr

Applications can be obtained or resume submitted to:

Darleen Gaugler, Finance Department

[email protected]