Water Reclamation Operator

The Georgetown County Water and Sewer District is looking for experienced candidates to join their team as a Water Reclamation Operator. This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water reclamation facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following essential duties and responsibilities are required at all Pay Grade Levels.
• Operates water reclamation facilities, including belt press, to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings.
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analysis and completes required paperwork.
• Conducts sampling for fecal, enterococcus, BOD, TSS, and ammonia.
• Delivers chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders to District wastewater treatment plants and wells.
• Safely performs confined space entry, attendant and competent person functions.
• Operates, calibrates, transports, and performs basic equipment maintenance.
• Performs operational checks on treatment plants and records information on operating records and logs.
• Performs basic electrical functions including resetting and / or restarting equipment, testing and changing fuses.
• Transports sludge to various locations.
• Operate backup generators and dewatering pumps.

Other Duties and Responsibilities
The following Other Duties and Responsibilities are required of Water Reclamation Operators at all Pay Grade Levels:
• Performs routine maintenance and custodial duties.
• Performs general cleaning and painting.
• Assists SCDES with sample collection.
• Responds to after hours emergencies when needed.
• Works all shifts and occasional overtime when necessary.
• May perform portions of the work of higher classified positions, occasionally, as assigned.

To view the complete job posting and apply online, please visit the Careers page:  www.gcwsd.com/employment