Waste Water and Water Plant Operators

What the job involves

• Controls flow of raw water into plant, by regulating electric motors, pumps and valves
• Adds specified amounts of chemicals and activates agitators to mix chemicals. carries out such tests as are required in accordance with training given
• Allows impurities to settle and removes them by filtering water through filtering material
• Pumps purified water into mains, monitors flow and distribution
• Cleans tanks and maintains equipment, and makes minor repairs
• Pumps waste water into oxidation/settling ponds
• Removes sludge
• Burns off gases, treats and discharges waste water when it reaches the required levels of purity

Key values of workers in Waste Water and Water Plant Operators

• Independence

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

• Achievement

  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

• Relationships

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Top skills required for workers in Waste Water and Water Plant Operators

• Operation and Control

  Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

• Monitoring

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Quality Control Analysis

  Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

• Speaking

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.