Waste Water Treatment Technician jobs in Harrisburg, PA
Waste Water Treatment Technician ensures that pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, vacuum equipment and other waste water treatment equipment are functioning properly. Monitors equipment for potential failures and may make minor repairs or adjustments as needed. Being a Waste Water Treatment Technician collects water samples for chemical analysis. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Additionally, Waste Water Treatment Technician typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Waste Water Treatment Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Wastewater and/or Drinking Water Treatment Operator FT
- ARRO Water Services
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Duncannon, PA
FULL_TIME
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GENERAL SUMMARY:Under general direction, operate and maintain treatment plant equipment to achieve a quality effluent; perform general maintenance tasks; respond to alarms; take corrective action to remedy condition; perform work requests from Director of Operations and Project Manager; assist Operator-in-Training in operational duties and lab sampling/testing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Coordinate with Project Manager volume of sludge to be wasted; notify Plant Manager of situations that could prevent wasting requirements from being met.
- Coordinate decanting equipment operation with Plant Manager to facilitate the processing of sludge to meet plant operating requirement.
- Control and monitor decanting to assure that equipment and controls are operating properly, as well as efficiently and safely; assure proper maintenance of all Decanting equipment.
- Tour Treatment Plant to visually inspect all process equipment; check and verify proper operation of all monitoring, sampling and testing equipment; calibrate all sensors and monitoring equipment to assure proper operation.
- Monitor and respond to alarm system when computer operating system alerts to problem; take appropriate steps to correct and provide immediate update to Project Manager.
- Perform general maintenance duties on wastewater treatment facilities to meet individual contract requirements.
- Perform facilities maintenance duties; mop and broom floors, wash windows, clean bathrooms, wash or hose down equipment, clean Influent Wet Well, VLR, Anaerobic, Final Clarifiers, pits and tanks.
- Perform sampling and testing as required for NPDES permit discharge limitations or for maintaining proper operational parameters.
- Keep records of plant process; record measurements, readings and maintenance problems; communicate status of operation with Project Manager.
- Assist Operator-in-Training in performance of operational duties.
- As required under the Operators Certification Act, direct and oversee work of Operator-in-Training relative to any work that may affect Treatment Plant operations.
- Perform any other job duties that may be necessary and not included on this list as directed by Project Manager.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Knowledge:- Advanced knowledge of wastewater and/or water treatment plant operating standards.
- Advanced knowledge of safety standards and procedures in treatment plant environment.
- Advanced knowledge of department rules and procedures.*
- Advanced knowledge of NPDES permit standards required per plant.*
- Advanced knowledge of wastewater and or water treatment plant computer-operated control systems.
Abilities:- Ability to cooperate with coworkers on group tasks.
- Ability to adhere to safety standards and recognize warnings and hazards.
- Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
- Ability to organize tasks to meet appropriate time schedules required for sample collections.
- Ability to interface with computers and computer-controlled operating systems.
- Ability to lift light objects, up to 10 lbs. continuously; ability to lift medium objects, up to 25 lbs. frequently; ability to lift heavy objects, up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
- Ability to demonstrate physical fitness, including standing and walking for long periods of time, frequently going up and down stairs and ladders, bending, reaching and lifting.
- Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
Education/Employment:
Any combination of education and experience that indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below.
Required Licenses/Certifications:- Valid PA Driver’s License, Class C (at time of hire).
Preferred Qualifications:- PA Wastewater and or Water Systems Operator Certification of the appropriate class and subclass for the Authority’s Treatment Plant facility (at time of hire).
- Water and/or wastewater operator: 1 year
Working Conditions:Work is frequently performed alone and may be performed inside around noisy equipment or outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Work is performed around a variety of potentially hazardous mechanical and electrical equipment and occasionally around hazardous substances. Position requires inclusion on schedule for the rotation of on-call duty and working weekends.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be misconstrued as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required to perform the job.
ARRO offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits and paid time off. If you are interested in moving your career forward by being part of ARRO’s exceptional engineering and environmental consulting team, please respond to this posting with your resume and cover letter with salary requirements. No phone calls please.
EOE/AA
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $22-30 per hour
Benefits:- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:- 8 hour shift
- On call
- Weekends/holidays as needed
Work Location: On the road
- 2 Days Ago
Wastewater and/or Drinking Water Treatment Operator FT
- ARRO Water Services
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Harrisburg, PA
FULL_TIME
- GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general direction, operate and maintain treatment plant equipment to achieve a quality effluent; perform general maintenance tasks; respond to alarms; take corrective action to ...
- 9 Days Ago
Assistant Project Manager - Waste Water Plant
- Veolia
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Middletown, PA
FULL_TIME
- Company Description About Veolia North America A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water, and wast...
- 1 Month Ago
Assistant Project Manager - Waste Water Plant
- Veolia Environnement SA
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Middletown, PA
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionAbout Veolia North AmericaA subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water, and wastew...
- 1 Month Ago
Utility Technician
- American Water
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New Cumberland, PA
FULL_TIME
- Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with oppor...
- 27 Days Ago
Mental Health Technician
- Roxbury Treatment Center
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Shippensburg, PA
FULL_TIME
- The Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or a registered nurse. Primary responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic mil...
- 7 Days Ago
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Regional Director of Accounting
- HHM Hotels (Harrisburg Corporate)
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Harrisburg, PA
- Overview: Opportunity: Regional Director of Accounting Manage and direct the activities of the regional accounting team ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physician Assistant for Home Visits PRN
- Signify Health
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Harrisburg, PA
- Are you interested in working flexible hours, connecting with people one-on-one, and helping them re-engage with their h...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physician Assistant
- Signify Health
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Harrisburg, PA
- Are you interested in working flexible hours, connecting with people one-on-one, and helping them re-engage with their h...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physician Assistant, Certified
- Hiring Now!
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Harrisburg, PA
- Are you interested in working flexible hours, connecting with people one-on-one, and helping them re-engage with their h...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Account Manager/Account Manager Associate -Harrisburg
- Applied Medical
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Harrisburg, PA
- _________________________________________________________________________________: Applied Medical is a new generation m...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales and Use Tax Accountant
- HHM Hotels (Harrisburg Corporate)
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Harrisburg, PA
- Overview: Opportunity: Sales and Use Tax Accountant Complete, file and ensure timely, accurate and appropriate payments ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nurse Practitioner PRN Home Visits
- Hiring Now!
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Harrisburg, PA
- Are you interested in working flexible hours, connecting with people one-on-one, and helping them re-engage with their h...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Behavior Consultant
- Hiring Now!
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Harrisburg, PA
- This is a Full-Time school-based opportunity with no billable hours. We are seeking a candidate with a Master's degree, ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Harrisburg (/ˈhærɪsbɜːrɡ/ HARR-iss-burg; Pennsylvania German: Harrisbarrig)[citation needed] is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the United States, and the county seat of Dauphin County. With a population of 49,192, it is the 15th largest city in the Commonwealth. It lies on the east bank of the Susquehanna River, 107 miles (172 km) west of Philadelphia. Harrisburg is the anchor of the Susquehanna Valley metropolitan area, which had a 2017 estimated population of 571,903, making it the fourth most populous in Pennsylvania and 96th most populous in the United States.
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Income Estimation for Waste Water Treatment Technician jobs
$37,069 to $54,324
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area prices
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