Water Filtration Operator I- Sanford location

City of Sanford•City of Sanford, NC

About The Position

TriRiver Water is the name and brand under which the City of Sanford provides regional water and sewer utility services. The Water Filtration Operator I works with City of Sanford, Pittsboro, Siler City, and Chatham County customers to operate a water filtration plant, perform general plant and grounds maintenance, and maintain operational records and logs. The role includes inspecting plant equipment, collecting and analyzing water samples, adjusting treatment processes, and conducting minor equipment maintenance. Related work is performed as required.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
Minimal experience operating and maintaining machinery and equipment.
Some knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water filtration treatment plant.
Some knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to water filtration plant operations.
Some knowledge of state rules and regulations governing water filtration.
Some knowledge of documentation and recordkeeping.
Some knowledge of standard office equipment and associated software.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages.
Some knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read meters and charts accurately.
Some skill in the use and care of hand tools.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license upon hire.
Obtain a North Carolina C Surface Water Treatment Operator certification within 18 months of employment.
Meet and maintain all certification, license, and training requirements for the position.

Responsibilities

Operate a water filtration plant.
Perform general plant, custodial, and grounds maintenance.
Tour the plant and check engines, generators, pumps, aerators, tanks, filters, chlorinators, chemical feeders, and other equipment for proper functioning.
Document the amount of water treated and chemicals used, record chemical pump dial settings, and calibrate equipment as needed.
Collect water samples and test and analyze treated and untreated water, including pH, alkalinity, and turbidity; make chemical and other adjustments as needed.
Record readings from meters and instruments and maintain operational records and logs.
Regulate and adjust motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
Backwash filters to ensure plant sludge collection systems operate properly.
Perform minor equipment maintenance and lubrication.
Perform related work as required.

Benefits

No premium costs to the employee for employee health, dental, vision, life insurance (including dependent coverage), accidental death and dismemberment, and short-term disability coverage.
Voluntary health, dental, and vision coverage available for dependents.
Participation in the NC Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System.
401(k) supplemental retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution.
Recognition for longevity of service beginning with year five.
Tuition assistance of up to $2,500 per fiscal year.
Employee assistance plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Competitive pay.
Opportunities for advancement.