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Is being a water treatment operator a good fit for you?

Runs the machines and control boards that move and clean water or wastewater so it is safe to use or release.

What the work involves

  • Collects and tests water and sewage samples using test equipment.
  • Adjusts equipment controls to clean water, treat sewage and generate power.
  • Records working data, attendance and meter readings on forms.
  • Adds chemicals like chlorine to disinfect water and remove smells.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.

How much training it needs

Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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