Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators typically perform the following tasks: • Collect and test water and sewage samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards. • Operate and adjust controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage, and generate power. • Record operational data, personnel attendance, or meter and gauge readings on specified forms. • Add chemicals, such as ammonia, chlorine, or lime, to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids. • Inspect equipment or monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions. • Direct and coordinate plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities. • Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, and other work areas, using hand tools and power tools. • Maintain, repair, and lubricate equipment, using hand tools and power tools. • Complete wastewater discharge monitoring reports and maintenance logs. • Maintain and repair portable safety equipment and permanent safety infrastructure to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety protocols.