Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class I

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Wastewater Treatment Operations Operate and maintain the Village wastewater treatment plant in accordance with Ohio EPA regulations. Collect wastewater samples and perform required laboratory testing. Maintain accurate operational records, reports, and log books. Submit required reports to Ohio EPA. Inspect, clean, and maintain lift stations. Responsible for the cleanliness and general housekeeping of the plant; paints equipment and buildings as required; sweeps and washes down floors, walls, paved areas, etc. Responsible for ground keeping tasks such as removing weeds, trimming trees and plants, pick up debris, mow lawn, water and otherwise maintain landscaped areas. Train and/or direct the work of OIT personnel or part time employees. Respond to sewer backups and emergency wastewater issues. Inspect and maintain the sanitary sewer collection system. Coordinate repairs with contractors when necessary. Perform preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, blowers, valves, and treatment equipment. Maintain chemical inventories and order supplies.

Street Department Responsibilities: Supervise and participate in street maintenance operations. Repair potholes, patch pavement, and perform roadway maintenance. Maintain sidewalks, curbs, alleys, and municipal parking lots. Operate snowplows and spread salt during winter weather. Trim trees and vegetation within street rights-of-way. Install and maintain street signs. Maintain storm sewers, catch basins, and ditches. Operate backhoe, dump trucks, tractors, mowers, and other equipment. Coordinate utility locates and assist contractors working within Village rights-of-way. Obtain water meter reading for residents in the Village three times a week. Assist the Village Administrator in planning annual maintenance programs and capital improvement projects. Prepare cost estimates for projects and equipment purchases Recommend improvements to Village infrastructure Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and Village safety policies.. Village Properties and Grounds Maintenance Maintain Village properties, and public spaces. Ground keeping tasks such as removing weeds, trimming trees and plants, pick up debris, mow lawn, water and otherwise maintain landscaped areas on all Village buildings and grounds. Assist with community events by setting up barricades, tables, tents, lighting, and decorations. Remove litter and maintain cleanliness of public property during daily frequent checks. Equipment Maintenance Perform preventive maintenance on Village vehicles and equipment. Keep maintenance records. Coordinate repairs with outside vendors. Ensure equipment is safe and ready for use. Inventory equipment and supplies yearly. General Public Works Assist with water line repairs when needed. Respond to after-hours emergencies. Assist during storms, flooding, and other emergency situations. Work cooperatively with Village staff, contractors, utility companies, and residents. Perform other duties as assigned by the Village Manager or Mayor.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Possess a valid Ohio driver's license, with the ability to maintain insurability. Possess a valid Ohio Class I Wastewater Operator License Basic computer skills. Mechanical aptitude. Ability to read maps, blueprints, and technical manuals. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and with others. Obtain Class 1 Water Operators license within a year.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience operating a wastewater treatment plant. Experience with collection system maintenance. Experience operating heavy equipment. Knowledge of public works operations. Welding, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical repair experience. Experience with grant-funded infrastructure projects. Compensation Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Village offers a competitive benefits package that may include: OPERS, health insurance paid vacation/sick/holidays/, education