Wastewater Operator Ii

Brice Environmental Services Corporation
Regular
JOB SUMMARY:
The Wastewater Operator II will provide day-to-day support for the water treatment system(s) at remote locations in Alaska. The Wastewater Operator II be able to meet the licensing requirements as outlined in 18 AAC 74 by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC). The Wastewater Operator II will be responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment and associated facilities to ensure continuous operation. Wastewater Operator II will assist in validating compliance within the systems and provide professional recommendations after routine audits for system improvements. The Wastewater Operator II will be responsible for collecting samples and using the data to develop and conduct corrective measures to the treatment process. Personal initiative and critical thinking skills are essential to complete job duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Providing safe and healthy daily operation of the wastewater system
• Performing routine maintenance and repairs on the system and associated buildings and facilities
• Maintaining and submission of compliance records
• Performing routine inspections and monitoring duties
• Collects samples and performs standard tests to validate system operations
• Records and documents system observations
• Coordinates resource procurement with system owner
• Performing housekeeping duties to keep the local waste management area organized and clean

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:
Position has no supervisory responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Vocational training or previous experience within a similar position
• Possess good housekeeping skills with attention to detail on to reduce personal exposure and potential spreading of contaminants
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to act calmly under stress and strain
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Safe power and hand tool operation
• Familiarity of proper lock-out-tag-out procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through both verbal and written communication
• Familiarity with Windows and Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word and Excel

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate plus two years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's license
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or otherwise
• Must be able to pass federal background check
• Current and valid State of Alaska water treatment certification II or higher

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Generally indoor/outdoor environment; may be subject to changes in temperature and noise levels.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Consistent with an outdoor environment.
PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. For a complete list of the demands, please email the Human Resource Department at recruitment@calistabrice.com.
Occasionally: Standing, Crawling, Climbing, Reaching Overhead, Crouching, Kneeling, Pushing or Pulling, Talking, Grasping, Lifting 10 to 75 Ibs, Lifting 10 to 75 Ibs, Carrying 10 to 75 Ibs, Carrying 10 to 75 Ibs, Fine Manipulation, Driving, Communication Using Effective Written Communication, Making Decisions, Inside Hot/Heat, Inside Cold, Outside Hot Temperature, Hazards Biological, Hazards Chemical, Hazards Electrical, Unprotected Spaces high Places/high Heights, Unprotected Constricted Spaces (Underground), Dry, Grease, Oil, Mud, Hot Temperature Burners, Hot Temperature Flame Torches, Working Alone
Frequently: Sitting, Walking, Bending Over, Balancing, Repetitive Use of Legs/Arms, Lifting 10 to 75 lbs, Carrying 10 to 75 lbs, Eye/Hand Coordination (Foot), Thinking Analytically, Communication Using Effective Variable Communication, Remember Details, Adjusting to Changes, Examining/Observing Details, Outside Cold Temperatures, Outside Humid, Hazards Sharp Objects/Tool, Hazards Heavy Machinery, Dirty, Fumes, Gases, Odors, Dust, Moving Mechanical Parts, Noise, Vibration, Wet/Slippery Floors/Surfaces, Working w/Others
Continuously: Close Vision, Distance Vision, Color Vision, Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception, Ability to Adjust Focus, Handling Stress & Emotions Concentrating on Tasks, Discriminating Colors.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).
EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.