Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Relief Operator

City of St Joseph; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ludington is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Relief Operator to join the municipal water system team. The role includes operating, inspecting, installing, replacing, repairing, and cleaning water treatment equipment, and assisting with lab testing and on-call coverage.

The position requires a high school diploma, EGLE license, and valid Michigan driver's license, with training provided for licenses; residency within the city may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum – High School graduate or equivalent with chemistry, math, physical science, computer programming, and skilled trades.
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Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, install, replace, repair, and clean water treatment equipment.
• Participate in emergency repair and operation of equipment.
• Analyze equipment failures and explain findings to supervisor.
• Handle on-call rotation and potential overtime when needed.
• Collect water samples for regulatory monitoring and maintain records.

Skills

Water treatment

Laboratory testing

On-call rotation

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree in Water Treatment Technology

Tools

Computer literacy

Maintenance tools

Job description

City of Ludington

Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Relief Operator

(SEIU Local 517-M Union Position)

Position General Summary:

Employee will collectively work with other operators in the maintenance of the Water Treatment Plant, Booster Station, storage tanks, and associated water system properties. Occasionally, the employee will operate the Water Treatment Plant, perform laboratory testing, and relieve operators for training, vacation, and sick leave. The Water Treatment Plant is staffed 24/7, and the water system infrastructure operates continuously.

The Maintenance Relief Operator will alternate with the other Maintenance Relief Operators per the department’s “On-Call” schedule. Compensation for being “On-Call” is included in the Maintenance Relief Operator's hourly pay.

Supervision Received:

Performs duties under the general supervision of the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent. Occasionally, exercises discretion in determining repair priorities or appropriate operational procedures.

Supervision Exercised:

Occasionally acts as leader of a small group assigned to specific tasks, such as equipment operation, inspection, installation, replacement, maintenance, repair, and cleaning.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any and all of the following. These examples do not include all the tasks the employee may be expected to perform.

Assigned tasks often include working with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, automotive, and integrated computer-assisted logic control components.

Operate, inspect, install, replace, repair, and clean water treatment equipment.

Participate in emergency repair and operation of equipment.

Analyze equipment failures and evaluate the situation. Explains findings and recommendations to the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent.

Work in permit-required confined spaces following established safety procedures.

Serves as “On-Call Operator” on a rotating basis as determined by the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent and stated on the Department’s Call-in schedule.

Ability to operate any shift at the Water Treatment Plant on short notice, and may be called upon to perform emergency repairs during off-duty hours (Nights, Weekends & Holidays).

Serves as Water Plant Operator when assigned.

Routinely cleans the water treatment plant and associated water system properties.

Assists in maintaining spare parts and tool inventories.

Assists with bulk chemical and equipment deliveries.

Collects water samples for regulatory compliance monitoring.

Completes and maintains records and reports as required.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other departments, various contractors, agencies, and the general public.

May be called upon to assist the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent with water quality complaints and perform/complete appropriate investigations as requested.

Performs snow removal at the Water Treatment Plant and associated water system properties.

May be called upon to train department employees on various job tasks.

May be called upon to conduct water plant tours.

May be called upon to climb elevated water tanks.

Performs all other related duties as requested by the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent and/or the City Manager.

Job Specification/Requirements

Knowledge and Education

Minimum – High School graduate or equivalent supplemented by courses in chemistry, math, physical science, computer programming, and skilled trades.

Desirable – Associate’s degree in Water Treatment Technology or general sciences.

Work Experience

Preferred – Two years of work experience in a water or wastewater treatment plant, serving as an Operator or in a Maintenance position.

Mandatory License or Certification

Minimum – must possess a valid EGLE “F-4” or higher license to maintain employment. On the job training and educational training/courses are provided by the employer for obtaining EGLE licenses to applicants without existing licenses or experience.

Desirable – possession of a valid EGLE “F-3” or higher license

Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License

Other Related Requirements

City residency. If the employee does not already meet the residency requirement, which is a 20-mile radius from the City boundaries, the employee is required to meet the residency requirement within six months from the date of employment and must maintain the residency requirement as a condition of employment.

Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in water treatment plant operations and maintenance.

Knowledge of safety standards and precautions connected with water treatment, especially regarding confined spaces and treatment chemicals.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Must be able to work overtime hours, as emergency situations deem necessary.

Knowledge of water treatment and distribution system operations.

Performs general maintenance of facility grounds as needed.

Ability to use a computer.

Typical Physical Activity Requirements:

Lift:

Up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required.

11 to 25 lbs.: Frequently required.

26 to 50 lbs.: Occasionally required.

Over 50 lbs.: Rarely required; assistance may be available.

Carry:

Up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required.

11 to 25 lbs.: Frequently required.

26 to 50 lbs.: Occasionally required.

Over 50 lbs.: Rarely required; assistance may be available.

Reach:

Above shoulder height: Occasionally required.

At shoulder height: Frequently required.

Below shoulder height: Frequently required.

Push/Pull: Frequently required. Twisting: Frequently required.

Bending: Frequently required. Squatting: Occasionally required.

Kneeling: Occasionally required. Bending: Frequently required.

Crawling: Occasionally required. Crouching: Frequently required.

Climbing: Frequently required. Balancing: Rarely Required.

Grasping: Frequently required. Handling: Frequently required.

Torquing: Frequently required. Fingering: Frequently required.

Mandatory Physical Abilities

Color Vision: Ability to identify & distinguish color

Near/Far Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.

Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.

Prescription glasses are acceptable.

Hearing: Perceive the nature of sounds by ear

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or public and to convey detailed spoken instruction to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.

Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with the skin, particularly that of the fingertips.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are.

Field of Vision: Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.

Environmental Conditions Associated with this Classification:

Exposure to Weather: Exposure to outside atmospheric conditions.

Exposure to Wet/Humid Conditions: Contact with water or other liquids or non-weather-related humid conditions

Noise: The noise intensity level to which the worker is exposed in the job environment. Noise Level: Loud.

Atmospheric Conditions: Exposure to conditions such as fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.