Operator-in-Training

General Summary

Under supervision, performs a variety of tasks associated with the associated responsibilities of a certified water/wastewater operator—in preparation for receiving an entry-level certification.

Essential Functions

• Under the direction of a certified Water or Wastewater Operator, performs tasks associated with the operations of a water or wastewater facility.
• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent
• Reports operating problems to lead operator or supervisor and performs directed corrective action during assigned shift
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels
• Observes and reports abnormalities to Certified Operator
• After training, operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control
• After training, starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and...