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Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority Treatment Plant Operator in Nashville, Tennessee

As infrastructure critical to the regions growth and prosperity, BNA is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visitflynashville.com{rel="noopener" target="blank"}. Follow us on Facebook:@NashvilleInternationalAirport{rel="noopener" target="blank"}, Twitter:@FlyNashville{rel="noopener" target="blank"}and Instagram:@FlyNashville{rel="noopener" target="blank"}.Learn more about*BNA Vision*, our growth and expansion plan for the airport, atBNAVision.com{rel="noopener" target="blank"}.

Hiring Process:

  • Apply online
  • Interview(s)
  • Offer
  • Ten (10) year background check, including criminal history check, motor vehicle check, pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test
  • Onboarding

Benefits:

  • Deferred compensation plans
  • Educational Assistance
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
  • Health Screenings
  • Paid Holidays
  • Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave

Accepting Applications until filled.

Starting Salary Range $52,723 - $71,733

Job Summary: The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for operating, managing, and controlling the daily activities associated with the Stormwater/Wastewater Treatment Facility (SWTF). Other responsibilities include ensuring compliance with MNAA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

Essential Job Duties:

  • Ensures compliance with MNAAs National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
  • Operates supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system for water treatment facility operation and inspection.
  • Analyzes real-time data collected from various measuring devices, including flow meters, dissolved oxygen meters, and conductivity meters to make operational decisions in the water treatment facility to protect the environmental stewardship of the airport.
  • Monitors industrial activity and weather forecasts to anticipate flows and concentrations to be received by stormwater piping and collection systems.
  • Maintains operation of mechanical valves, flow control piping, aerators, return sludge pumping system, and other sensitive instrumentation to ensure each is good working order.
  • Performs regular (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly) monitoring (on-site and remote) of the water treatment facility and stormwater outfalls.
  • Produces written and oral reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Applies Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety principles to maintain safe operation of water treatment facility.
  • Coordinates with other MNAA employees and outside consultants.
  • Uses sample collection results to guide operating conditions and create treatment processes.
  • Maintains quality control and assurance.
  • Records data and analytical results in the MNAA Environmental Management System.
  • Plans and schedules improvements by using an in-house work order system and outside specialized contractors.
  • Develops and improves operation and preventative maintenance procedures to ensure effective performance and longevity.
  • Maintains internal and external working relationships with MNAA employees and federal, state, and local environmental regulators.
  • Prepares operational and maintenance budget requests for changes and improvements.
  • Ope ates special equipment i.e., forklift, bobcat, etc. to maintain facility grounds, as required.
  • Attends training classes as required to improve job skills.
  • Maintains regular and on-time attendance.
  • Follows all safety regulations.
  • Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

  • Basic Science: Knowledge of basic science principles, including biology, environmental science, and chemistry.
  • Control System Architecture: Knowledge of control system architectures such as SCADA systems.
  • Water Testing: Knowledge of practice, purpose, and procedures for testing water.
  • Mathematics: Knowledge of standard calculations and mathematics.
  • Computer Use: Skill in using a personal computer, the internet, and other software to perform job-related functions.
  • Judgment and Decision Making: Skill in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
  • Active Listening: Skill in 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.
  • Communication: Skill in communicating effectively at all levels of the organization and with stakeholders, both orally and in writing.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Skill in identifying the need for and performing routine maintenance on treatment system equipment.
  • Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.
  • Problem Solving: Skill in identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Dependability: Acts reliably and responsibly with others.
  • Agreeableness: Demonstrates a pleasant, tactful, and helpful demeanor when working with others.
  • Initiative: Displays a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biology, or related field.
  • 4-7 years biological treatment plant operation or related experience.
  • Valid CLASS D Driver's License
  • Tennessee Wastewater Operator Certification
  • OSHA Chemical Spill Response Training in accordance with 29CFR1910(q). (Within 90 days after hire)
  • Airfield Operations Area Driving License (Within 180 days after hire)
  • OSHA Confined Space Certification (Within 180 days after hire)

Preferred:

  • 7-10 years biological treatment plant operation or related experience.
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