Water Plant Operator I-IV

Town of Castle Rock•Castle Rock, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Castle Rock is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Water team. Castle Rock Water provides essential services including drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage to over 80,000 residents and businesses. As a national leader in the water industry, the Town is experiencing rapid growth and is committed to expanding its infrastructure, implementing progressive conservation measures, and undertaking significant stormwater projects. This role offers opportunities for learning and growth within the organization, with a focus on managing water treatment, maintaining infrastructure, and ensuring long-term water security. The position is also eligible for paid CCWP training and bonus pay for obtaining CCWP Licenses.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent (for Operator I); supplemented by additional coursework and one (1) year of experience, or any equivalent combination.
Associate’s Degree (for Operator II, III, IV); supplemented by two (2) to three (3) years previous experience in water treatment, or any equivalent combination.
State of Colorado Class D Water Operator License is preferred but not required for Operator I.
State of Colorado Class C Water Operator License required for Operator II.
State of Colorado Class B Water Operator License required for Operator III.
State of Colorado Class A Water Operator License required for Operator IV.
Valid Colorado driver's license required.
Knowledge of federal and state drinking water regulations to ensure compliance.
Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems and procedures, and pumps and motors.
Knowledge of SCADA System.
Skill in handling chemicals safely.
Ability to understand verbal information and instruction and to explain technical information to customers, occasionally in adversarial situations.
Ability to read and understand written materials.
Ability to translate verbal communication into effective written material, e.g., reports and other documents.
Ability to memorize situations, details, laws, regulations, procedures, policies, etc.
Ability to use basic mathematical skills in calculating formulae for areas, volumes, pressures, lab testing results, and water levels.
Ability to communicate with others.
Ability to respond to pager on regularly scheduled shift.
Must satisfactorily complete a driving record check and criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

Nice To Haves

Once fully trained, this position will be shift based: 4 x 10-hour shifts; 1st shift: 7am-5:30pm, 2nd shift: 2pm-12:30am and 3rd shift: 10pm-8:30am, incorporated into a Sunday - Wednesday schedule or a Wednesday - Saturday schedule.

Responsibilities

Monitors water treatment through the SCADA system, interpreting conditions and making necessary physical system adjustments.
Inspects water plants and pump stations, recording operational changes and performing filter backwashing.
Performs and records routine laboratory analysis for process control, using proper sampling techniques, and submits samples for further analysis.
Calculates usage and handles chemicals for supply orders, potentially transporting small amounts to treatment sites.
Checks and records static water and pumping water levels monthly, tests sand content of well water, and checks pump amperages and cleans well water meters.
Operates and performs maintenance on system valves.
Measures and records filter media levels, adding media as required.
Drains and cleans reservoirs, and backwashes recovery and other tanks.
Responds to customer complaints and questions regarding water quality.
Performs janitorial duties at water plants and pump stations, including sweeping, dusting, and mopping.
Performs outside plant and pump station repair and maintenance, which may include mowing grass, cleaning, painting, and trimming shrubbery.
Attends safety seminars, meetings, and departmental staff meetings.
Performs regularly scheduled filter changes and lubrication on various equipment.
May assist with repairing main breaks.
Assists other departments during crisis situations as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.