State of Connecticut Executive Branch

At the University of Connecticut, Storrs this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the operation the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF),  to include water reclamation, and all associated lift stations to the facility.

Works under the general supervision of a Water Resource Recovery Facility Assistant Superintendent, Water Resource Recovery Facility Superintendent, or other employee of higher grade as assigned by the Water Resource Recovery Facility Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.

• Performs a full range of duties in the operation, monitoring and maintenance of water pollution control and water reclamation facilities equipment for the processing and disposal of biosolids and reclaimed water processing; 
• Operates and maintains such equipment as grit chambers, step screens, bar racks, grinders, pumps, chemical dosing systems, dewatering systems, clarifier tanks, chlorination chambers and others; 
• Performs repairs to and/or replaces equipment including valves, motors, pipes, pumps and machinery; 
• Performs biological and chemical analyses of the water pollution control and water reclamation water; 
• Records meters and gauges and interprets information according to operating characteristics; 
• Prepares operational records and reports; 
• Assists with the fats, oils and grease (FOG) inspection and removal program; 
• Responds to and resolves Supervisory Control Data Acquisition alarms; 
• Adheres to safety and cleanliness standards, maintains the building and grounds of the facility and lift stations; 
• Performs related duties as required and/or assigned.

Experience in the operation and maintenance of a Class I, or higher, biological wastewater treatment facility including performance of highly skilled mechanical maintenance duties and/or laboratory analysis of wastewater, as required by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, as found below.

• Incumbents in this class are required to possess at the time of hire a Class II Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certificate in accordance with the regulations of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).
• Incumbents in this class are required by DEEP to possess and retain appropriate current certifications, licenses or permits, as required by the DEEP Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
• Incumbents in this class are required to possess and retain specific education and/or experience to meet various certification requirements.

NOTE: DEEP Regulations for Class II Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certification requires: (A) satisfactory evidence of (i) at least three years of experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility of Class I or higher; (ii) a high school diploma or G.E.D.; and (iii) successful completion of higher education equivalent to at least 30 CEUs in a field determined by the commissioner to be related to the operation of a wastewater treatment facility, of which at least 18 CEUs are directly related to the operation of a wastewater treatment facility; and (B) pass the Class II examination. Substitution of additional documented higher education training and coursework for minimum operating experience allowed as approved by DEEP per DEEP Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness to be able to perform the duties.
• A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, in all seasons, highly disagreeable effects of waste, loud and potentially dangerous machinery and working with chemicals; may be required to lift moderately heavy weights and work in uncomfortable positions.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.