Water Supply Control Center Operator

City of New York•Grahamsville, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a Watershed Maintainer to serve as a Water Supply Control Center Operator. This role is crucial for monitoring and managing the operation of the water supply reservoirs and related facilities using the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and other tools. The goal is to ensure the reliable delivery of a sufficient quantity of high-quality drinking water to New York City while adhering to all regulatory requirements. The Water Supply Control Center operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The position is located in Grahamsville, New York, within the Strategic Operations and Research Directorate.

Requirements

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.
One year of full-time satisfactory experience in the operation and maintenance of equipment used in the controlling or purification of water at facilities in watershed areas, reservoirs, or aqueduct systems, OR performing duties involving the upkeep, inspection, maintenance or operation of watershed areas and related facilities.
OR Two years of full-time satisfactory experience as a mechanic, journeyman or helper in the electrical trades or mechanical trades; OR a technician in a chemical processing facility or chemical laboratory.
A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Working knowledge of Adobe.
Ability to collaborate problem solving while modeling the principles of the City’s EEO policy.
Water Resource Management knowledge and experience.
Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Experience working within a team environment.
Experience reviewing and implementing policies and procedures.
A vast knowledge and willingness to learn and understand every aspect of the NYC water supply system.
Ability to respond and react appropriately to emergencies.
Solid communication skills; both written and verbal.
Good mathematical skills.
Ability to travel throughout the 2,000+ square mile watershed, utilizing a New York City vehicle.

Responsibilities

Monitor the Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) system conditions for water supply reservoirs and associated facilities.
Respond to alarms and make adjustments to alarm points.
Monitor reservoir stream releases and water supply diversions, as well as target flows.
Read meters and gauges.
Perform valve changes as directed.
Complete and maintain all necessary paperwork, including logbooks and flow records.
Notify appropriate supervisory staff of negative issues.
Perform general custodial duties within the Water Supply Control room.
Monitor the reservoir system, aqueduct network, seven wastewater treatment plants, and administrative facilities.
Assist the Supervisor of the Water Supply Control Center (WSCC) in daily activities and the operation of the water supply system.
Support the WSCC and other operators after hours as needed.
Maintain situational awareness and operational oversight for the WSCC during shifts.
Utilize the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and other tools to monitor and manage the operation of the water supply reservoirs and related facilities.

Benefits

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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