Water Treatment Operator A

City of Aurora • Aurora, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Water Treatment Plan Operator A performs senior level “A” certification duties in the maintenance and operation of high performing, nationally recognized water treatment facilities. This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Water Treatment Operator A. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience required to obtain a Water Treatment Operator A certification as per CDPHE certification requirements
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant
• Knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, mathematics, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and plumbing structures; Chemical analysis and testing techniques
• Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing and spreadsheet software applications
• Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and effective working relationships with employees and citizens
• Perform mathematical computations
• Perform chemical, physical, and biological control analyses, corrosion control, and cross-connection control work without close supervision
• Direct the work of other employees
• Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner
• Colorado Water Treatment Plant Operators Class A Certificate
• Colorado driver's license with a good driving history

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in water technology or water quality management preferred

Responsibilities

• Overseeing work performed on assigned shift and ensures treated water quality is at or above State, Federal, and Water Department standards
• Acting as Lead worker for operators on assigned shift
• Monitoring raw and treated water flows, adjusts flows and pumping rates as needed; mixes chemicals
• Conducting quality tests on raw and treated water
• Maintaining and calibrating on-line process analyzers
• Performing evaluation of treatment process to ensure optimization; keeps records of chemicals used and tests performed
• Developing, monitoring, and implementing a process control plan for plant operation using manual and computerized systems
• Maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, reporting, and performing maintenance and repair of plant equipment
• Maintaining plant facility and grounds; maintaining plant security
• Preparing daily, weekly, and monthly reports of plant performance
• Responding to questions, problems, and complaints concerning water quality or service
• Training and instructing staff in plant maintenance and operation activities
• Ensuring use of proper safety equipment and procedures
• Ensuring cleanliness of assigned areas and proper storage of equipment and supplies
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
• Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces
• $10,000 sign-on bonus ($5,000 paid on the first payroll, and $5,000 paid upon successful completion of the 6 month introductory period)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees