WATER TREATMENT TECHNICIAN - LEVEL ENTRY, I, OR II DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

City of Slidell; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Slidell is seeking a Water Treatment Technician at entry level to monitor and operate the city's water treatment and well systems. The role involves testing water quality parameters, recording data, and performing maintenance under supervision, with potential on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain state water treatment certifications I–IV.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain Class I–IV water treatment certifications as prescribed by state law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pressure, pH and chlorine residual tests.
• Calculate chlorine input and retention times.
• Perform maintenance procedures.
• Assist in process control tests and monitoring.
• Obtain water samples and record data.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Tool operation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Water treatment certifications (I–IV) within state law

Tools

Drills

Saws

PPE

SCBA

Hazmat suit

Chlorine testing equipment

pH testing equipment

Computers

Job description

WATER TREATMENT TECHNICIAN - LEVEL ENTRY, I, OR II DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

Hiring for Water Treatment Tech or Water Well Operator I or II. Depends on experience and Civil Service rules for pay.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Proper operation of the City's Water Treatment process and Water Well monitoring.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Sr. Crew Chief or Assistant Superintendent.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conducts pressure, pH and chlorine residual tests.
2. Calculates chlorine input and retention times at various operation levels.
3. Performs maintenance procedures.
4. Assists in performance of and interprets process control tests monitoring tests.
5. Obtains water samples.
6. Obtains and records data on work reports and completes data entry into a computer.
7. Must be able to serve On Call.
8. Assists with any other job related duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Ability to obtain class I, II, Ill, & IV water treatment certifications as prescribed by the state certification law.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Considerable knowledge of light/medium equipment operating principles; considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to light/medium equipment operations; considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in maintenance work for water systems and other facilities.
2. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment according to specific Departmental requirements including some computer skills.
3. Ability to issue, understand and follow oral or written instructions; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to observe proper safety precautions; Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public; Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions; Ability to operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions; Ability to work from construction specifications; Ability to work overtime.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license with CDL Haz-mat endorsement.
• Must obtain a Hazmat Technician Level certification within one year.
• May be required to obtain LDHH State Certification prescribed by the water and sewerage system operator certification law within one (1) year of promotion.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Drills, hammers, saws, wrenches, screw drivers, safety belts, residual tubes, SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus), Level A & B hazmat suit, proper use of chemical / chlorine repair kits, proper use of required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Chlorine testing equipment, Ph testing equipment, Computers,

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including inclement weather. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.