WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR
- You will perform wastewater treatment and monitor wastewater treatment equipment.
- You will perform testing to determine biochemical oxygen demand, suspend solids, dissolved solids, and dissolved oxygen.
- You will perform secondary wastewater treatment by operating wastewater equipment such as aeration tanks, sand filters, and clarifiers.
- You will treat industrial wastewater by removing nitrogen, phosphorous, soluble chemicals, oils, and heavy metals.
- You will perform routine operator maintenance such as lubrication, cleaning, and painting of wastewater equipment.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- This is a bargaining unit position.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
- You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift
- This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
Qualifications
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the work of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by 1) Must have a working knowledge of bacterial activity to make necessary tests and take action to correct unsatisfactory sewage conditions as well as working knowledge of chemical reagents and the proper treatment of sewage. 2. Uses shop mathematics in figuring sludge pumped and drawn off into drying beds. Must be able to react blueprints and interpret engineering diagrams and specifications. 3. Must be able to perform routing analysis to evaluate any plant operational adjustments that are required to keep plant effluent within the N.P.D.E.S. parameters. Must be able to make decisions on operational adjustments independently and interpret a variety of gages and meters associated with hypocarnivores, chemical feeders, pumps, settling tanks, filter beds, flow meter's, etc.:
***The candidate must have a New Jersey NJDEP License in all three of the following: Sewage S-2; and Collection System C-3 in order to operate a wastewater treatment plant.***
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Several vacancies may be filled.
A 40 hour work week is typical for this position.
This position requires shift work.
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment or Relocation) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The incumbent performs a considerable amount of walking, standing on concrete floors, climbing stairways, climbing ladders, and walking on uneven ground. The incumbent walks, stands, stoops, bends and climbs steps and slopes up to 45 degree angles. Incumbent performs moderate physical exertion while operating valves, controls, and lifting items. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift and carry heavier objects with assistance of other workers or with lifting devices. The incumbent uses hoists, dollies, and trucks in moving chemicals to storage locations.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work effort is performed indoors and outside, with exposure to prevailing weather conditions. Works inside in areas that are usually noisy but have adequate light and heat. Exposure to constant noise, rotating machinery, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil, and fumes in the work area are possible. Is exposed to some unpleasant odors and to the possibility of burns, cuts, bruises and broken bones. The incumbent may be subject to cuts and abrasions from the use of tools and equipment and burns from chemicals. The incumbent is exposed to danger from climbing, walking around machinery, open pits and chemicals. Exposure to falling into manholes and tanks is possible. The presence of gases, fumes, or airborne particles requires the uses of safety equipment such as gas masks or respirators. The incumbent shall follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as face shields, gloves, hard-toe shoes, hearing protection, and protective clothing. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear and may be worn or used for long periods. Work in close, confined spaces and inside equipment may be required. Crawling over and inside machinery may also be required. Occasionally works in awkward and cramped positions.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .
Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- This is a bargaining unit position.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
- You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift
- This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
Qualifications
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the work of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by 1) Must have a working knowledge of bacterial activity to make necessary tests and take action to correct unsatisfactory sewage conditions as well as working knowledge of chemical reagents and the proper treatment of sewage. 2. Uses shop mathematics in figuring sludge pumped and drawn off into drying beds. Must be able to react blueprints and interpret engineering diagrams and specifications. 3. Must be able to perform routing analysis to evaluate any plant operational adjustments that are required to keep plant effluent within the N.P.D.E.S. parameters. Must be able to make decisions on operational adjustments independently and interpret a variety of gages and meters associated with hypocarnivores, chemical feeders, pumps, settling tanks, filter beds, flow meter's, etc.:
***The candidate must have a New Jersey NJDEP License in all three of the following: Sewage S-2; and Collection System C-3 in order to operate a wastewater treatment plant.***
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Several vacancies may be filled.
A 40 hour work week is typical for this position.
This position requires shift work.
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment or Relocation) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The incumbent performs a considerable amount of walking, standing on concrete floors, climbing stairways, climbing ladders, and walking on uneven ground. The incumbent walks, stands, stoops, bends and climbs steps and slopes up to 45 degree angles. Incumbent performs moderate physical exertion while operating valves, controls, and lifting items. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift and carry heavier objects with assistance of other workers or with lifting devices. The incumbent uses hoists, dollies, and trucks in moving chemicals to storage locations.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work effort is performed indoors and outside, with exposure to prevailing weather conditions. Works inside in areas that are usually noisy but have adequate light and heat. Exposure to constant noise, rotating machinery, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil, and fumes in the work area are possible. Is exposed to some unpleasant odors and to the possibility of burns, cuts, bruises and broken bones. The incumbent may be subject to cuts and abrasions from the use of tools and equipment and burns from chemicals. The incumbent is exposed to danger from climbing, walking around machinery, open pits and chemicals. Exposure to falling into manholes and tanks is possible. The presence of gases, fumes, or airborne particles requires the uses of safety equipment such as gas masks or respirators. The incumbent shall follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as face shields, gloves, hard-toe shoes, hearing protection, and protective clothing. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear and may be worn or used for long periods. Work in close, confined spaces and inside equipment may be required. Crawling over and inside machinery may also be required. Occasionally works in awkward and cramped positions.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .
Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.