Job Specification
SEWAGE PLANT OPERATOR/ SEWAGE PLANT REPAIRER
SEWAGE PLANT OPERATOR
DEFINITION
Under direction operates, adjusts, and regulates sewage plant
pumps, valves, and other equipment, takes periodic readings of
relevant gauges, and may conduct routine standardized tests on
sewage samples; does related work as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Operates, adjusts, and regulates chemical feed machines, sludge
digestion pumps, flowmeters, valves, and other equipment.
Checks and adjusts the flow and levels in varied tanks and sludge
chambers.
Takes periodic readings of relevant gauges and records these
readings.
Opens and closes appropriate valves.
Maintains proper liquid levels in pressure accumulators.
Reads and checks gas meters and regulates gas cocks.
Operates, adjusts, and regulates chlorinators.
Operates sewage plant incinerator.
May perform routine tests on samples taken from portion of sewage
passing through the plant.
Maintains the working area in a clean/sanitary condition.
Packs pumps and maintains proper flow in sedimentation tanks.
Periodically inspects plant and equipment for malfunctions and
needed repairs, performs minor repairs, and lubricates machines
and equipment.
May maintain and prepare all equipment and paraphernalia
necessary for performance of tests to sewage samples.
Keeps records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and information systems used by the
agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in operating, adjusting, regulating,
repairing, and maintaining pumps, valves, electric motors, and
other electrical and mechanical equipment of the type used in a
sewage treatment plant.
LICENSE:
Appointees may be required to possess a current and valid
Public Wastewater Systems Operator License and/or a Public Water
Treatment System Operator License of the appropriate class issued
by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license
valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties
of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of procedures used in operating, adjusting, and
regulating sewage plant pumps, valves, and other equipment.
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written
directions.
Ability to determine whether equipment is working properly.
Ability to understand significance of various gauges.
Ability to maintain records and files.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in
English sufficiently to perform duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as
acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long
as they can perform essential functions of the job after
reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If
the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the
employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
RKR/cah 10/10/96
This job specification is for local government use only.
SEWAGE PLANT REPAIRER
DEFINITION
Under direction, makes repairs to pumps and other machinery and
equipment of a sewage treatment plant; does other related duties
as required.
NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for
illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this
title may not perform all duties listed in this job
specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may
not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Lubricates machinery and equipment utilizing hand and power
operated greasing equipment.
Adjusts belts, gears, and related systems in accord with
manufacturer's specifications.
Checks oil and lubricant level regularly and adds correct type of
oil or lubricant as needed.
Performs routine examinations and adjusts equipment to
manufacturer's specifications accordingly.
Makes routine and complex repairs to sewage disposal mechanical
equipment including replacement of washers, gaskets, and packing,
and makes complex repairs to sewage pipe lines including
replacement of valves, fittings, and pipe sections.
Makes general repairs to buildings including carpentry,
replacement of broken windows, repair of concrete and other
walks, and painting of walls, window screens, and storm sashes.
Repairs, adjusts, regulates, and maintains chemical feed
machines, chlorinators, sludge digestion pumps, flowmeters, and
other mechanical equipment.
Helps clean bar screens, removes sludge from drying beds, cleans
and adjusts filter bed spraying nozzles, disposes of waste, and
maintains the area in a clean, sanitary condition.
Obtains, stores, safeguards, and properly uses tools, equipment,
materials, and supplies.
Keeps essential records of repairs made, time spent, and costs.
May operate sewage treatment equipment to control flow and
processing of sewage in addition to performing sewage plant
repair duties.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and information systems used by the
agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in work involving the maintenance and
repair of a variety of complex industrial mechanical equipment
such as pumps, compressors, hydraulic or flow valves, instrument
control panels, generators, electric motors, and piping systems.
LICENSE:
Appointees may be required to possess a current and valid
Public Wastewater Systems Operator License and/or a Public Water
Treatment System Operator License of the appropriate class issued
by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license
valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties
of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of problems and procedures involved in making repairs
to sewage disposal pumps, equipment, and machinery.
Knowledge of procedures used in repairing, adjusting, regulating,
and maintaining chemical feed machines and chlorinators, sludge
digestion pumps, flowmeters, and other sewage treatment
mechanical equipment.
Knowledge of performing preventative maintenance tasks.
Knowledge of methods used in cleaning sewage screens and beds.
Knowledge of the skilled use and care of needed tools, materials,
and supplies.
Ability to repair, maintain, and operate sewage treatment
mechanical equipment.
Ability to diagnose motor troubles and overhaul motors.
Ability to change oil and lubricate motors.
Ability to rebuild motors and clean and wash equipment.
Ability to work harmoniously with others.
Ability to perform complex mechanical and manual operations.
Ability to keep essential records and files.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information systems used by the agency,
office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in
English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as
acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as
long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after
reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If
the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the
employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 05264 | | L | C | | N/A | 01 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
11/04/2011 |
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