Preventative maintenance and repairs are all part of the Water Pollution Control Plant Operators’ responsibilities daily. This high level of support keeps the WPCP operating efficiently and in compliance with IDNR regulations.
The wastewater treatment facility owns and must maintain two 1000 KVA transformers and high voltage switchgear. Regular maintenance is necessary to prevent power loss due to equipment failures.
In the photo, an electrical contractor is seen cleaning the 13,200-volt switchgear and performing tests on the transformer windings.