Water Plant Operator 2 - Susquehanna Plant

City of Lancaster • Pa, PA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania is seeking a Water Plant Operator 2 for the Susquehanna Plant. This role involves operating water treatment equipment to ensure the proper pumping, treatment, filtering, and distribution of water, maintaining adequate flow and pressure for the City and surrounding region. The City of Lancaster is a diverse community of nearly 60,000 residents, providing a range of public services powered by nearly 600 employees committed to quality, teamwork, integrity, and respect.

Requirements

• Graduation from High School or completion of a GED is required.
• At least three (3) years experience as water plant operator is highly preferred.
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania State Driver’s License is required.
• Knowledge of safe practices related to the water treatment plant.
• Proven ability to use, adjust and note defects in mechanical and electrical equipment is required.
• Proven ability in taking accurate readings, keeping accurate records and making mathematical computations is required.
• Proven ability to identify and analyze problems and determine remedial action is required.
• Ability to operate a vehicle on private and public streets is required.
• Proven ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English is required.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and to maintain positive interactions is required.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate successfully with others is required.
• Proven ability to adapt to new or changed situations and to show flexibility in making improvements in work processes and operations is required.
• Proven ability to exhibit customer-centered behaviors and to focus on customer needs is required.
• Proven ability to commit to excellence in service and to continuous improvement is required.
• Wear personal protection as required.
• Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals.
• Successful completion of a job-related mathematical, chemistry, mechanical and customer service skills test administered by the City of Lancaster Human Resources Bureau is required.
• Satisfactory completion of the pre-employment process, which includes successful passing of a pre-employment physical and drug test, and an FBI criminal history check.
• Requires frequent walking, standing and kneeling.
• Requires occasional climbing and working from a ladder.
• Works around motorized or moving equipment and machinery.
• Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lbs with use of handcarts and hoists is required.
• Applicants must possess valid employment authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must have the ability to work on-site at City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania locations.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred.
• A CDL Class B driver’s license is preferred.
• Experience in the equipment used in a water filtration/pumping plant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows safe practices in the performance of duties.
• Monitors supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system for membrane plant and makes adjustments as necessary.
• Operates high service finished water pumps, chlorinators, dry and liquid chemical feeders, filters, electric motors and other water plant equipment in order to produce clean, pure and potable water.
• Operates raw water pumps, grit machines, screens, and wet well gates.
• Monitors tank levels and other system information and alerts proper personnel to abnormalities or problems.
• Makes calculations according to established procedures in order to determine proper chemical feed rates, flow quantities, detection and contact times.
• Operates a mechanical centrifuge for dewatering sludge.
• Receives and documents a variety of incoming calls for service, information, and/or other related issues related to Citywide and/or non-City provided services.
• Dispatches servicepersons in accordance with City approved procedures.
• Communicates positively and effectively with the general public.
• Performs custodial, maintenance and preventive maintenance duties including, but not limited to, painting, cleaning and repairing equipment.
• Determines appropriate chemical feed rates through laboratory testing for turbidity, chlorine residuals, taste and odors, and other tests as required.
• Enters data as required to create and maintain appropriate records.
• Provides instruction and direction on an assigned shift in the operation of a water treatment plant.

Benefits

• The City of Lancaster is an equal opportunity employer.
• We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED