Water Chief Treatment Plant Operator
About The Position
The Water Chief Treatment Plant Operator supervises an assigned shift at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant and oversees water treatment or alum residuals processes. The role helps ensure the efficient production, storage, and distribution of drinking water. It involves evaluating non-routine situations, deciding on appropriate actions, operating the distribution system to maintain water quality and pressure, troubleshooting and repairing chemical feed systems, conducting daily plant inspections, maintaining records and chemical inventory, and ordering bulk chemicals. The operator may also assist at other treatment facilities after sufficient training and performs other duties assigned by the plant supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Five years of relevant experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Grade A Water Treatment Plant Operator certification issued by NCWTFO.
- Thorough knowledge of water treatment plant operations and practices involved in treating and delivering drinking water, and of water sampling and testing techniques.
- Skill in calibrating equipment and performing minor equipment repairs.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative within established practices and procedures.
- Ability to obtain City driving authorization.
- Ability to supervise employees.
- Ability to comply with and enforce City and utility policies and procedures.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- A-Distribution certification.
- Grade 1 Physical Chemical certification.
- Maintenance Technology certification.
Responsibilities
- Oversee staff for an assigned shift, create schedules, assign work, and monitor performance.
- Conduct rounds inside the plant and check distribution system operations.
- Ensure laboratory work is performed accurately.
- Ensure the plant and related equipment are maintained.
- Maintain records, monitor chemical inventories, and order chemicals.
- Train personnel on new equipment and safety policies.
- Supervise and coordinate assigned staff; assign work, monitor work status, and inspect completed work.
- Participate in and provide input on staffing decisions involving hiring, firing, discipline, and promotional opportunities.
- Evaluate employee performance, mentor staff, and assist with career development.
- Complete performance reviews for supervised employees.
- Operate the distribution system to maintain water quality and pressure; troubleshoot and repair chemical feed systems; perform plant inspections; and oversee water treatment or alum residuals processes.
- Assist at other treatment facilities after sufficient training, as required.
- Perform other related job duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The City provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
