Water Plant Operator II (may underfill)

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 51 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Water Plant Operator II in Salt Lake City, UT. The role includes supervising Operator I staff, operating SCADA-controlled processes, and ensuring water meets regulatory standards. It requires relevant certifications and experience with laboratory testing and emergency response.

The position is full-time with rotating shifts and on-site work; the department is Public Utilities, with opportunities for career growth within the water treatment system.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-high-school study in algebra, chemistry, hydraulics or related subjects.
• One year of experience as Water Plant Operator I at the same plant or equivalent.
• Utah State Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade III certification required by state law.

Responsabilités

• Decide whether source water is treatable and determine procedures to achieve coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and disinfection.
• Operate and partially maintain the SCADA-controlled plant processes and monitor remote dam site.
• Train and guide Operator I staff during supervisor's absence.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and maintain records of water quality and chemical dosages.
• Handle emergencies, coordinate with distribution, and document performance and maintenance activities.

Connaissances

SCADA operation

Laboratory tests

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Post-high school studies in algebra, chemistry, hydraulics

Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade III certification

Outils

SCADA system

Remote dam monitoring

Description du poste

Water Plant Operator II (may underfill)# SLC Careers## Water Plant Operator II (may underfill)Apply: Public Utilities Big Cottonwood Treatment: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR6450**Position Title:**Water Plant Operator II (may underfill)# ⠀**Bargaining Unit:**AFSCME# ⠀**Salary/Hourly Range:**Water Plant Operator I:Entry: $22.891 Year: $25.723 Years: $30.10 Water Plant Operator II:Entry: $28.241 Year: $31.773 Years: $37.15**Department:** Public Utilities **Work Location:** Salt Lake City, UT **Benefits** Salt Lake City Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package primarily for full-time employees. Eligibility varies by employment status. Explore Salt Lake City employee benefits, or use our Total Compensation Calculator to estimate the overall value of pay and benefits. **Important Application Information** We want to recognize the experience you bring. Please include all education and work experience relevant to this position in your application and resume. If those don't fully capture your experience, you may attach an additional document describing your previous roles, dates of employment, hours worked, and duties. If you are selected, we'll use this information to determine your starting pay. For eligible positions, your prior experience may also qualify you for a higher leave accrual rate under the City's Prior Service Leave Accrual Procedure. **Application Deadline** **Open until filled:** We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.# ⠀**Job Description:**During duty shift, supervises and performs the operation, maintenance and repair of treatment plant equipment and buildings to provide culinary water that meets the public need and state and federal regulations. This is technical operational and supervisory work, subject to rotating shifts and 24-hour emergency call. Reports to plant supervisor.# ⠀**Key Responsibilities:****Water Plant Operator I:*** Regulates water flow and chemical feed rates.* Monitors, operates, calibrates, maintains, repairs and replaces various equipment used in a full treatment water purification plant. Equipment includes: Computerized control system (SCADA) of plant equipment and processes, pumps, compressors, flash mixers, fans, flocculators and drives, turbidimeters, Lime feeder, generators, chlorine sensing alarms, sludge collection and clarifier systems, chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators, boilers and safety equipment.* Performs laboratory tests on water for chlorine residual, turbidity, alkalinity, hardness, pH, odor and color. Prepares laboratory reagents according to specifications, and learns to run jar tests to determine optimum chemical feed rates for water treatment. Responsible for calibration of laboratory equipment and sterilization of glassware.* Monitors computerized system for control of plant processes and makes necessary adjustments. Maintains records required by city, state and federal agencies of flows, chemical feed rates, inventories, weather conditions and laboratory testing. Keeps necessary plant maintenance records.* Handles bulk chemicals, liquid and dry, in bags, cylinders or drums. Chemicals include ferric chloride, chlorine, potassium permanganate, copper sulfate and polymers.* May be required to do dam and reservoir maintenance.* Conducts public tours.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Water Plant Operator II:*** Decides whether source water is treatable. Determines necessary operational procedures to achieve coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and disinfection of source water. Determines proper doses of chemicals such as alum, calcium hydroxide, silica, chlorine, potassium permanganate, polymer flocculent and filter aids and other substances.* Serves as plant supervisor during supervisor's absence. Trains, guides and assigns duties to level I operators.* Operates and partially maintains a computerized control system to make necessary adjustments to equipment, chemical doses, etc., throughout the plant. Monitors and operates computer system for remote dam site. Responsible for maintenance and repair of equipment at the site.* Handles emergency situations; may cut plant flows or cancel water production when water quality is at stake or if problems arise. Troubleshoots equipment and plant process failures, and determines course of action to remedy problems.* Responsible for laboratory water quality testing and on-line water quality analysis equipment. Maintains necessary records for daily operation, filter operation, water quality test results, equipment maintenance and repair, reservoir and water shed data, weather information and process control computer operational status data. Compiles a monthly report of chemical usage, lab data and other required information for the State Health Department and other agencies.* Maintains communications with Distribution and other water production facilities to assist in coordinating flow from the various plants, reservoirs and other supply sources.* Gives tours of plant explaining purpose and operation to various groups such as students, medical and health professionals, engineers, scouts, other city personnel* Performs all duties of Water Plant Operator I.* Performs other related duties as required.**Minimum Qualifications:****Water Plant Operator I:*** High school diploma or general education degree (GED)* Demonstrated knowledge and ability to comprehend and apply concepts of basic algebra, chemistry and mechanics as they relate to the water purification process.* Demonstrated knowledge and ability to inspect operation of equipment, detect and repair problem situations.* Ability to read and comprehend oral and written instructions; and effectively present information to coworkers, supervisors, customers, clients and other employees of the organization.* Ability to obtain and maintain Utah State Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade II certification or higher within 12 months from hire date.* Possession of a valid state driver’s license or Utah driving privilege card.**Desired Qualifications:*** Successful completion of college (or junior college) level courses in environmental, physical or computer sciences.* Two (2) years' experience in water system maintenance, distribution, hydrology, treatment and testing.* One year prior work experience as a Water Plant Operator I-A for the Public Utilities Department.**Water Plant Operator II:*** Two years' post-high-school study of Algebra, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Hydraulics, Computer Science, Environmental Technology or other related subjects or programs. One year's experience as a Water Plant Operator I in the plant in which the Operator II position is available. Additional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.* Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials and equipment used in culinary water treatment. Working knowledge of mathematics, chemistry and bacteriology relating to water purification and production. Ability to prepare and perform routine laboratory tests and calibrate and adjust equipment.* Ability to operate computerized plant process control system and prepare and maintain computerized records, correspondence and reports.* Mechanical aptitude and skill in the use of hand tools, power tools, cement mixers, air compressors and mill-right tools. Ability to perform heavy physical labor at times.* Possession of Utah State Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade III certification for water treatment, as required by Utah State law.* Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.**WORKING CONDITIONS:*** Routinely lift light-to-moderate weight, however occasional requirement for heavy lifting (100 lbs. or more). Exposure to hazardous chemicals, dust, fumes, odors, noise, heights and enclosed spaces. Variable temperatures and other environmental conditions may be considered unfavorable or disagreeable.* Moderate exposure to stress as a result of potential for costly error, emergency situations human behavior and the demands of the position.**CAREER LADDER:**Upon completion of all requirements for Water Plant Operator II, incumbent may be reclassified, with supervisor and Human Resource Department approval; given sufficient funding is available in the impacted fiscal year.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.# ⠀**Full Time/Part Time:**Full time# ⠀**Scheduled Hours:**40