Surface Water Plant Operator

Pender County Government•605 Fremont Street Burgaw, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs beginning level to advanced technical work in the daily operation of a Surface Water Treatment Plant and related facilities. Monitors and adjusts plant operations, records and maintains plant operation, water storage clear wells, and pump operation records. Ensures proper functioning of water pumps, motors, filters, and chemical feeders and makes adjustments as necessary to maintain proper flow of water. The different levels of operator are distinguished by the level of responsibility, knowledge, and training, performing the level of comprehensive responsibility for water plant operation and the level of independence which must be exercised. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Chief Water Plant Operator. SALARY IS DEPENDENT UPON QUALIFICATIONS.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and considerable experience in operating a North Carolina surface water treatment plant, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a North Carolina Grade C-Surface Water Treatment Operator Certification required.
High school diploma or GED and a minimum of two years’ operating a North Carolina surface water treatment plant, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a North Carolina Grate B-Surface Water Treatment Operator Certification required.
High school diploma or GED and a minimum of three years’ operating a North Carolina surface water treatment plant, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a North Carolina Grate A-Surface Water Treatment Operator Certification required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.
This position is a safety sensitive position and subject to random substance abuse testing in accordance with the Pender County Personnel Policy and Risk Policy.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment and methods used in modern surface water treatment and pumping operations
General knowledge of chemistry as applied to water treatment
Ability to adjust water pumps, chemical feed machines and other water plant equipment
Ability to check the operation of equipment and to detect defects in operation
Ability to take accurate readings, to keep routine records and to make arithmetical computations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains water and wastewater equipment ensuring compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
Maintaining records and files.
Preparing reports.
Obtains and performs laboratory tests of water to include pH, chlorine residual, and turbidity.
Adjusts chemicals as necessary to maintain optimum system performance.
Monitors water tank levels and makes flow rate changes to meet system demands.
Makes periodic checks of plant equipment, including feed pumps, flocculators, flash mixer, basins, filters, and high service pumps.
Backwashes filters as required.
Refills day chemical tanks.
Monitors SCADA system to maintain quality and monitor water supply throughout the districts.
Collects various system samples for laboratory analysis and reporting in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Maintains records and prepares a variety of reports for regulatory agencies concerning wastewater treatment operations.
Assist with other duties as needed or assigned.