Water/Wastewater Utilities Operator

SUMMARY Responsible for assisting with the operation of wastewater treatment facility and all water utilities. Works with the Wastewater Manager to coordinate activities with equipment engaged in performing wastewater treatment and laboratory analysis. Assists with water sample collections, meter testing and installation. Assists with monitoring and logging of propane usage and helps with recycling in conjunction with delivering monthly water samples. Must possess a level I water collection and distribution along with a level II wastewater treatment and collection license (or greater). Continued progression up to a Level III wastewater treatment is required for all operators as a goal within 2 years of employment. A key part of every employee's job is to serve as a Targhee ambassador, engaging the guest at every opportunity. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. As it relates to the treatment of wastewater and the plant operation: ·         Must have be working towards a full understanding of the structures (valves), air blowers and associated equipment. ·         Maintains responsibility for all aspects of safety as it relates to the handling, processing and testing of wastewater and culinary water supply. ·         Assists with the preparation of an annual maintenance schedule which follows the guidelines referred to in the O&M Manual for review by Director of Base Area Operations. ·         Responsible for landfill disposal of bio-solids once trained. ·         Assists with emptying and or coordinating with Facilities to ensure all commercial grease traps are maintained on a regular basis. ·         Assists in the pumping and disposal of all on-mountain portable toilets and vault toilets. 2. As it relates to monitoring, lab analysis and procedures: ·         Understandings the public's perception of this facility and visits with and educates the public about the plant when necessary. ·         Helps the Wast