Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator B
Classified Details
- Classified ID
- 2104
- Description
Organization: City of Barre, VT
Position Title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator B Wastewater Treatment Division
Department: DPW
Supervisor: Chief Operator
Salary $29.07 – $31.55 per Hour (Pay based on Experience)
Summary / Objective
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator B assists the Wastewater Treatment Plant Chief Operator and Superintendent of Treatment Facilities in housekeeping, daily operations, routine maintenance, and all other essential functions required to the Cities Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Essential Functions
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Under the direction of the Chief Operator, operate and monitor the cities process
equipment for thickening and dewatering solids,
2. Rotate with other operators on a monthly basis or (set by Chief Operator) for day to day
routine operation and maintenance of the facilities headworks, primary clarifiers,
oxidation ditches, secondary clarifiers, and digesters.
3. Minor laboratory testing and minor process control testing, including but not limited to
PH, chlorine residual, TSS, MLSS
4. Conduct routine inspections, including but not limited to, checking pumps, motors,
chemical feed pumps, chemical make-up systems for proper lubrication, and adjustment
and operation.
5. Follow under instruction security procedures, including but not limited to, locking points
of entry, checking alarm systems, and reporting security problems.
6. Follow appropriate safety precautions
7. Perform under supervision minor mechanical repairs and report major repairs to the Chief
Operator or Assistant Chief Operator; assist in repair and maintenance projects.
8. Clean and maintain assigned area of the plant.
9. Assist operators in general tasks required in the operation of the Wastewater Treatment
Facility.Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Ability to work various weekends and holidays required.
3. Ability to work under supervision of others required.
4. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other staff members.
5. Ability to perform minor mechanical and electrical maintenance.
6. Ability to comprehend and carry out written, oral, and diagrammatic instructions
required.
7. Ability to operate hand and power tools with supervision.
8. Ability to perform minor mathematical calculations.
9. Ability to work with a diverse population with a strong commitment to equity and
inclusion, among City staff and the general public.
10. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing
trainings and professional development.
11. Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job
functions.
12. Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policiesCompetencies
1. Must have or the ability to obtain Vermont State Grade 2DM Operators certification
within 1 year from date of hire.
2. Must have valid State issued Driver’s license
3. Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment physical plus drug testing prior to
employment and ongoing workplace program.Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Physical Demands
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS
• Employees are responsible for wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment.
• This job requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (glasses,
contacts).
• This job requires the ability to hear, whether naturally or with hearing correction tools (hearing
aid) to communicate with co-worker/supervisors/customers, and to recognize audible warning
devices from trucks and equipment.
• Must have the ability to be on one’s feet regularly and use hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on
the job.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Work frequently occurs in confined areas.
• The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud.
Primary Physical Requirements Other Physical Requirements
Lift up to 10 lbs.: Performed regularly | Twisting: Occasionally performed
Lift 11 t0 25 lbs.: Performed frequently | Bending: Performed frequently
Lift 26 to 50 lbs.: Performed frequently | Crawling: Occasionally performed
Lift over 50 lbs.: N/A | Squatting: Occasionally performed
Kneeling: Occasionally performed
Carry up to 10 lbs.: Performed frequently | Crouching: NA
Carry 11 to 25 lbs.: Performed frequently | Climbing: Occasionally performed
Carry 25 to 50 lbs.: Performed frequently | Balancing: Occasionally performed
Carry over 50 lbs.: N/A Work Surfaces
Reach above shoulder height: Occasionally performed
Reach at shoulder height: Performed frequently
Reach below shoulder height: Performed frequentlyPush/Pull: Performed frequently
In Avg. 8 hour Day Employee is Required to:
Sit
Consecutive Hrs.: 3 Total Hrs.: 5
Stand
Consecutive Hrs.: 3 Total Hrs.: 5
Walk
Consecutive Hrs.: 1 Total Hrs.: 3-4Hand Manipulation Stand
Grasping: Performed frequently
Handling: Performed frequently
Torquing: Occasionally performed
Fingering: Performed frequentlyWork Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather
conditions, and sometimes requires the ability to perform essential job tasks in less than
favorable conditions.
2. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or extreme cold.
3. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This position is classified as no-exempt full-time. Standard days and hours are Monday through
Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. However, this position requires the ability to work weekends, and
holidays for state compliance.
Travel
Local travel may be required between facilities, public works garage, job sites or to venders may
be required.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Work Authorization / Security Clearance (If applicable)
Must be authorized to legally work in the United States
Must be able to get to and from work on a consistent basis.
AAP / EEO Statement
The City of Barre provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age
disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Barre complies with
applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in
which the City has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training.
The City of Barre expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color,
religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic
information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of City of Barre’s
employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.- Title
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator B
- Application Deadline
- 01/07/2026
- Location
- Barre, VT
- Application URL
- https://www.barrecity.org/employment-applications.html
Contact Information
- Name
- Galiano, Jeanne
- hr@barrecity.org
- Best Method of Contact