Water Station Operator II

City of Dothan, AL•Dothan, AL

37d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in the operation and maintenance of water pumping stations, storage facilities, and water treatment facilities. Inspects all water pumping and treatment systems for proper operations; monitors and maintains required water pressure, storage levels, and treatment programs as required by ADEM. Collects bacteriological water samples and special monitoring samples as required. Records readings of charts, gauges, flow meters, level indicators, and water well drawdown data; prepares related reports. Maintains and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment pertaining to water pumping stations and storage tanks. Makes chemical rate adjustments based on system pressure and water system demands. Delivers and maintains adequate supply of chemicals at pumping stations used for disinfection and corrosion control. Investigates water quality complaints and flushes as needed to clear water of discoloration and by-products in the water system. Operates a variety of equipment including a backhoe, forklift, etc. Ensures compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations and with industry standards. Performs related duties.

Requirements

Knowledge of water treatment and storage principles, operations, and equipment.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of the mechanical and electrical repair of pumps, motors, valve controls, electrical control circuits, and other water systems.
Knowledge of plumbing principals related to water treatment facilities and storage tanks.
Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Skill in the interpretation of plans, maps, and specifications.
Skill in the operation and maintenance of mechanical and electronic equipment.
Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and
Possession of a current and valid ADEM Water Grade II Operator certification or the ability to obtain through reciprocity from another state within sixty (60) days of employment/promotion/ demotion/transfer; and
Eighteen (18) months recent working experience in a Grade II or higher water treatment plant.
OR
Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and
Possession of a current and valid ADEM Water Grade II Operator certification or the ability to obtain through reciprocity from another state within sixty (60) days of employment/promotion/ demotion/transfer; and
Twenty-four (24) months recent combined experience in a Grade I water distribution system or a Grade II, III, or IV water treatment plant.
Possession of a current/valid ADEM Water Operator Grade II certification as required by the regulating State agency and the City of Dothan, or the ability to obtain through reciprocity from another state within 60 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer.
Valid operator's driver license and an acceptable driving record.
Employees are required to obtain a Class B, with HAZMAT Endorsement Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position.
In an emergency and/or standby situation, an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification.
An employee in this position must be available to be contacted via phone within 30 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer, due to call out requirements.
An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position.
Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

Inspects all water pumping and treatment systems for proper operations; monitors and maintains required water pressure, storage levels, and treatment programs as required by ADEM.
Collects bacteriological water samples and special monitoring samples as required.
Records readings of charts, gauges, flow meters, level indicators, and water well drawdown data; prepares related reports.
Maintains and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment pertaining to water pumping stations and storage tanks.
Makes chemical rate adjustments based on system pressure and water system demands.
Delivers and maintains adequate supply of chemicals at pumping stations used for disinfection and corrosion control.
Investigates water quality complaints and flushes as needed to clear water of discoloration and by-products in the water system.
Operates a variety of equipment including a backhoe, forklift, etc.
Ensures compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations and with industry standards.
Performs related duties.