Water Plant Operator

City of Cleveland•2002 - Water, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This application is for a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. The Water Plant Operator performs laboratory tests of water to determine water quality, operates the treatment plant effectively and economically, and implements proper procedures for treatment plant operation and maintenance to ensure desired water quality is achieved and maintained. The role involves performing routine certified laboratory analyses, following developed standards and approved methods, and working within a crew with full responsibility for plant operation. The operator will record, calculate, and report various data, handle residuals, operate boilers and backup generators, inspect and maintain facility equipment, ensure proper water levels, perform preventative maintenance and calibrations, and utilize basic math, chemistry, and biology skills. The position also includes cleaning filters and settling basins, managing power transfers to emergency backup, maintaining records, advising the supervisor of operational issues, handling hazardous chemicals, performing general maintenance, participating in training, and complying with EPA and safety regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be able to pass a respiratory fitness test.
Must be able to go up and down ladders and stairs.
Must be able to access confined spaces.
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required.
Must possess basic computer literacy and be familiar with Microsoft Office software.

Nice To Haves

Possession of the current Ohio EPA Water Supply I, II or III license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory tests of water to determine water quality.
Operates the treatment plant effectively and economically.
Implements proper procedures for treatment plant operation and maintenance.
Performs routine certified laboratory analyses to determine chemical constituents of water.
Follows developed standards and approved methods.
Works within a crew on a routine basis with full responsibility for the plant operation.
Records, calculates and reports results of laboratory analysis, chemical feed amounts, meter readings, flow data, and filter run hours.
Performs residuals handling, operates boilers, and operates backup generators.
Inspects facility and all equipment on a scheduled basis and make all necessary adjustments to the water treatment process.
Ensure proper levels of secondary storage tanks and plant clearwells are maintained.
Performs preventative maintenance and calibrations of equipment and facility.
Performs basic math calculations using algebra and geometry.
Utilizes basic chemistry and biology as well as good problem-solving skills to perform duties.
Inspect and clean filters.
Cleans sludge from settling basins.
Starts and transfers operations to emergency backup power as necessary and returns operations to normal mode.
Maintains accurate records and maintenance logs.
Utilizes a computer.
Advises plant supervisor of present and potential problems in operation and maintenance.
Handles hazardous chemicals.
Performs general maintenance and cleaning of facility and equipment.
Participates in training programs as necessary.
Complies with all applicable EPA and safety regulations.
Performs job-related duties as required or directed.