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Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Worker Job Descriptions

In a water or sewage treatment plant, you would treat and clean the drinking water that is piped to homes and businesses, or you would process and dispose of sewage and wastewater.
Your day-to-day duties would vary according to the size and type of treatment plant, but would usually include:

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· working manual and computerised equipment such as sludge processing and pumping stations
· cleaning and maintaining septic tanks and filters
· adding chemicals and microbes to treat the water
· monitoring water and gas levels
· taking readings and keeping accurate records
· checking the condition of plant equipment
· carrying out minor repairs to equipment, or reporting major faults to engineers
· Following strict safety procedures at all times.

Key Skills

· good practical skills
· physical fitness
· good observational skills and attention to detail
· willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
· the ability to cope with unpleasant smells and substances
· willingness to work unsocial hours
· the ability to follow detailed instructions
· Awareness of health and safety.