Water Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III & IV

Washington City•Washington, UT

11d•$44 - $77

About The Position

Performs technical operational duties related to maintaining daily operations of the city water treatment plant and water production system, including wells, springs, and reservoirs. The position monitors plant and production operations, tracks water treatment processes, records observations, conducts water sampling and chlorine testing, and makes treatment adjustments. It also performs inspection, repair, and maintenance of pumps, wells, reservoirs, valves, and related equipment; maintains production records; and prepares required reports. The operator responds to emergency calls and determines the personnel and materials needed to address problems. The position works under the general supervision of the Water Plant Supervisor and exercises no supervision.

Requirements

Graduation from high school and one year of experience in construction, maintenance, or repair of water production or distribution systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Some knowledge of water supply and distribution systems; surface drainage and water collection practices; principles of supervision; construction requirements for water distribution and pumping systems; hazards and precautions associated with trench work and water line construction; state or federal regulations governing installation and maintenance of water systems; water quality laws; and interpersonal communication skills.
Considerable knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management.
Ability to make accurate decisions in emergency situations where errors could be costly.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; plan and organize subordinate personnel’s work; evaluate employee performance; make related decisions in the interest of city service; enforce policies, procedures, regulations, and standards impartially; and develop effective working relationships with managers, department heads, subordinates, and the public.
Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license.
Must be able to lift 50–75 pounds.
Must be willing to work on-call duty and 24-hour standby.
Must obtain Utah State Water Treatment Operator Certification level I within two test cycles.
Potential new hires must undergo a background check and drug screening evaluation before an offer of employment.

Responsibilities

Monitor Water Plant and related production operations on an assigned shift and document system observations, including levels, pressures, and chemical applications.
Participate in well house construction and repair, treatment plant maintenance, and pump maintenance and installation projects.
Conduct water sampling and deliver samples to a State-certified laboratory for analysis.
Monitor chlorine levels, test chlorine residuals using a DPD tester, read water flow and chlorine gauges, calculate chlorine dosage, and make adjustments.
Repair and maintain pump stations, pumps, valves, wells, reservoirs, and related equipment.
Use SCADA and HMI instruments to monitor city water well storage levels and ensure telemetering, electrical, pumping, chlorinating, and storage equipment is maintained and operating properly.
Test and replace fuses and resisters using an OHM meter as needed.
Maintain records of water lines, pumps, valves, storage levels, and production operations.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; review monthly water samples and submit reports to the E.P.A. and Board of Health; implement changes to achieve desired results; and ensure reports are accurate and complete.
Inspect City waterworks, including storage reservoirs, pumps, wells, and sources of supply, and assist with equipment maintenance.
Respond to emergency calls twenty-four hours a day and determine the personnel and materials needed to resolve problems.
Perform related duties as required.