Description
Operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.
- • Add chemicals, such as ammonia, chlorine, or lime, to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids.
- • Operate and adjust controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage, and generate power.
- • Inspect equipment or monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- • Collect and test water and sewage samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards.
- • Record operational data, personnel attendance, or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- • Maintain, repair, and lubricate equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- • Direct and coordinate plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
- • Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, and other work areas, using hand tools and power tools.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
