Water Treatment Plant Operator

City of Howell•Genoa Charter Township, MI

2d•$27 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Treatment Plant Operator performs semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water treatment facilities and systems. The Howell Water Plant operates seven days a week on at least two shifts. This hourly position may involve a second or swing shift, an on-call rotation, expected overtime, and responding to emergencies at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The operator works in a laboratory and maintenance setting and must be capable of operating the water system, including its laboratory, maintenance functions, wells, and pumps. The position works under the general supervision of the Water Treatment Plant Operations Manager and may receive direction from laboratory or maintenance coordinators. It generally has no supervisory duties, though it may serve as a lead worker for lower-level operators or part-time or summer employees in the future.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent, supplemented by two years of post-secondary college or technical training in biology, environmental science, chemistry, or a closely related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Valid State driver's license.
Obtain a State of Michigan F-4 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification within the allowed period: candidates receive two opportunities over one year.
Maintain the State of Michigan F-4 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification through continuing education credits throughout employment.
Working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in water treatment plant maintenance and operation.
Working knowledge of laboratory procedures and practices.
Ability to perform process-control calculations.
Ability to work safely with acids, alkaline substances, and gases.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a water utility is preferred.
Skill in operating some of the listed tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Monitor plant equipment, gauges, and charts, and record statistical data about plant operations.
Maintain, operate, repair, and replace equipment as needed, including chemical feed pumps that use strong acids.
Chart laboratory test results for trend analysis, maintain accurate records of analyses and test results, evaluate data, and prepare reports.
Operate and maintain the water treatment plant and repair malfunctions involving gauges, pumps, filters, controls, and other equipment.
Collect and test water samples and identify chemical, physical, or biological characteristics as required by local, state, and federal clean-water requirements.
Monitor water quality and turbidity and check chlorine and fluoride levels.
Perform quality-control tests on laboratory equipment and analyses, evaluate procedures and results for accuracy, and determine appropriate methods.
Ensure the plant operates within required standards.
Contain and dispose of hazardous waste generated by the laboratory.
Calibrate, modify, and repair instrumentation and control equipment, including recorders, flow meters, and other water-monitoring equipment.
Participate in the on-call rotation, work expected overtime, and respond to emergency calls at night, on weekends, and on holidays.
Maintain departmental equipment, supplies, and facilities.
Serve on employee committees as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.