Chief Plant Operator - Water Production

City of Lewisville (TX) • Lewisville, TX

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About The Position

Participates in and leads Plant Operators in the performance of activities related to the operation and maintenance of a 20-million gallon/day surface water treatment facility, four treated water pumping, storage and metering facilities, five elevated storage tanks, two raw water intakes and booster stations; leads and evaluates work of Plant Operators; performs various laboratory tests and analysis as required for effective operation of the facility and distribution system; performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of water treatment surface experience required.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class 'C' and good driving record as defined by City policy.
• Must possess a Grade 'B' Certification in Surface Water Production from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
• Must submit to and pass a criminal background, pre-employment drug test, pre-placement medical examination and job placement assessment (JPA).

Nice To Haves

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leads and evaluates performance of Plant operators; recognizes and counsels Plant Operators regarding work performance; deters formal disciplinary action to higher-level supervisor(s).
• Operates and monitors all processing equipment and machinery; maintains computerized operational control of elevated storage tanks, ground storage tanks, inline booster stations, pump stations and metering stations; initiates changes in operation as determined through calculations and the monitoring of processing variables, test procedures and independent judgment of varying factors.
• Maintains quality processing records, including water flows, chemical dosage, laboratory analysis, and various other facility operations.
• Effects routine maintenance (repairs and cleaning) of all buildings/structures, equipment fans and blowers; includes but is not limited to conducting routine inspections, making mechanical repairs/adjustments and overhauling pumps, reduction gear, and variable speed drive units.
• Performs various laboratory tests and analysis required for effective operation of the water treatment facility (Ph/alkalinity, chlorine residual, fluoride residual, turbidity, jar tests, chlorine demand, etc); handles calibration of associated test equipment.
• Responds to and takes appropriate action in relation to hazardous chemical leaks (chlorine, anhydrous ammonia, hydrofluorosilicic acid) which require the use of an oxygen breathing apparatus; assists/rescues co-workers overcome by chemical exposure.
• Provides after-hours and weekend emergency phone response for customers concerning public services situations.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Must be able to work overtime and shift work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED