Water Treatment Plant Operator

Washington City; Washington (UT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington City is seeking an entry-level Water Plant Operator in its Public Works Water Division. The role covers monitoring and recording plant operations, sampling water, and assisting with maintenance of wells, reservoirs and pumps.

The position requires a high school diploma, with at least one year of related experience; on-call and 24-hour standby duties apply. Valid Utah driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of experience in water production, maintenance or repair.
• Equivalent education/experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Monitor water plant operations on assigned shift and document observations.
• Conduct water sampling and deliver to state-certified lab for analysis.
• Maintain records of wells, reservoirs, pumps and valves.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on pumps, valves and telemetry equipment.
• Respond to emergency calls 24/7 as needed.

Skills

Reading observations

Teamwork

Decision making in emergencies

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year in water production, maintenance or repair

Tools

SCADA/HMI systems

OHM meter

Job description

Department: Public Works

Division: Water

Annual Wage

Level I: $45,590 - $56,987

Level II: $48,135 - $60,169

Level III: $56,654 - $70,818

Level IV: $66,181 - $83,351

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Performs a variety of entry level technical operational duties related to maintaining daily operations of the city water treatment plant and water production system, including wells, springs, and reservoirs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under general supervision of the Water Plant Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Monitors Water Plant and related production operations on an assigned shift; tracks all aspects of the culinary water system, water purification and treatment processes and records and documents observations including levels, pressures, chemical applications, etc; participates in projects such as well house construction and repair, treatment plant maintenance, pump maintenance and installation.

Conducts water sampling and delivers to a State-certified laboratory for analysis; monitors chlorine levels; tests water using DPD tester to assure proper chlorine residual levels; reads water flow meter, chlorine pound per day gauge; calculates chlorine dosage and makes proper adjustments.

Performs repairs and maintenance on pump stations, pumps, valves, wells, cleaning of reservoirs, etc; using SCADA system and HMI instruments, monitors city water well storage levels; ensures proper maintenance of telemetering, electrical, pumping, chlorinating and storage equipment; tests fuses and resisters using OHM meter; replaces fuses and resisters as needed; maintains records of water lines, pumps and valves, storage levels, etc.

Monitors city water well storage levels; assures proper operation of telemetering equipment; tests fuses and resisters using OHM meter; replaces fuses and resisters as needed.

Conducts water sampling and delivers to State-certified laboratory for analysis; monitors chlorine levels; tests water using DPD tester to assure proper chlorine residual levels; reads water flow meter, chlorine pound per day gauge; calculates chlorine dosage and makes proper adjustments.

Maintains production records; prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports; reviews monthly water samples and sends the report to the E.P.A. and the Board of Health; implements changes to achieve the desired results; ensures reports are completed accurately and completely.

Performs inspection of City waterworks including the storage reservoirs, pumps, wells, sources of supply, etc; assures proper equipment maintenance and assists as necessary.

Responds to emergency calls twenty-four hours a day; determine necessary personnel and materials needed to solve the problem.

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.Education and Experience:

• A. Graduation from high school
• B. One (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance or repair of water production or distribution systems;
• C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Some knowledge of water supply and distribution systems; surface drainage and water collection practices; principles of supervision; construction requirements for water distribution and pumping systems; hazards and precautions associated with trench work and water line construction; state or federal regulations governing installation and maintenance of water systems; water quality laws; considerable knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management. Some knowledge of interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to make accurate decisions in emergency situations where consequences of error could be costly; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; plan and organize work of subordinate personnel; evaluate employee performance and make related decisions for the good of city service; enforce related policies, procedures, regulations, and standards without partiality; develop effective working relationships with public and private managers, department heads, subordinates, and the public.

3.Special Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Utah driver's license
• Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds.
• Must be willing to work on-call duty and 24-hour standby.
• Must become a Utah State Water Treatment Operator Certification level I within two test cycles.

4.Work Environment:

Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching. Talking, hearing and seeing essential to performing required job functions. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability and discriminating thinking. Daily local travel required in normal course of job performance.

As per Washington City policy and/or procedures, a background check, and drug screening evaluation will be required for potential new hire candidates prior to an offer of employment. I understand that if I am under the age of 18, I must have my parent or my legal guardian grant their permission for the background check and drug screening test to be performed.