Water Plant Operator – Union – Water Utility

Water Plant Operator – Union – Water Utility

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Have the technical ability to perform the duties of this classification.
• Be able to readily read, understand and accurately follow operating instructions both written and verbal.
• Mathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, and volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Treatment Facility.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate in writing and accurately prepare technical reports.
• Must be conscientious in respect for the responsibility to safeguard the public water supply and prevent pollution of area surface waters.
• Must be computer literate in database, spreadsheet and word processing capabilities and possess the ability to operate plant processes through computer controlled equipment.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, schematics and manuals of water facilities and equipment is also required.

Responsibilities

• Operation and control of all chemical feed equipment, sludge pumps, high and low service pumps, wash water pumps and clarifiers.
• Operates valves, electrical switchgear, electrical disconnects and switches.
• Control and wash filters by operation of appurtenant equipment.
• Backwash intakes and exercise individual judgment in changing intakes when conditions indicate the desirability of a change.
• Perform routine lab and bacteriological tests as directed.
• Operate, read, interpret and record as directed all instruments at the plant.
• Maintain records and charts.
• Report operational difficulties and irregularities and equipment malfunctions or damage to succeeding shift operator and/or supervisor.
• During freezing weather, make regular inspections at all points in the plant subject to freeze damage.
• Maintenance and housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Assists and trains under Production Manager and other operators as directed.
• Instruct and assign work to employees assigned to assist and/or train.
• Perform other duties in connection with the above.
• Enter shift tasks for that day into Maintenance Connection.
• Make call outs for union personnel after hours, on weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.