Water Wastewater Treatment Operator

Town of Duxbury•Duxbury, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists supervisor in all phases of the work related to the Town’s public water supply and treatment systems, and assumes responsibility in the supervisor's absence. This role involves supervising subordinate water/sewer employees, operating equipment for installation, maintenance, and repair of public water supply and sewer collection systems, and performing related duties. The position requires frequent communication with co-workers and residents, demanding calm, clear, and courteous interaction. The work involves the practical application of various concepts, practices, and specialized techniques in water/sewer treatment, systems, and maintenance, with potential risks of injury and exposure to unpleasant elements.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of full time water department or comparable work experience.
At least one year of supervising others performing related tasks.
Considerable, demonstrable knowledge and skill relative to practices, methods, and procedures regarding public water/sewer distribution and treatment systems.
Prior and demonstrable ability to supervise and motivate other employees, deal effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and the general public.
Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License.
Grade 4 Wastewater License (Required)
Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations pertaining to water/sewer distribution and treatment operations.
Considerable and demonstrable skill, including those required of subordinate employees, in the use of tools and the operation of equipment required in the performance of water/sewer distribution and treatment work.
Ability to deal appropriately and harmoniously with public officials, the general public, supervisors and co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Grade 2D-Distribution Drinking Water Supply Operator (preferred)
Grade 2T Treatment certifications (preferred)
Cross Connection Surveyor/Tester (preferred)
Hydraulics license (preferred)

Responsibilities

Supervises subordinate water/sewer employees in the performance of tasks.
Operates equipment and tools required for installation, maintenance and repair of public water supply and sewer collection systems.
Makes frequent contact with co-workers and residents requiring calm, clear and courteous communication.
Assists supervisor in any and all phases of the work, and in his/her absence assumes responsibility for construction, maintenance, and repair of the Town’s public water supply and treatment systems.
Directs subordinate employees in the performance of tasks ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently, and that all tools, equipment and materials are available.
Schedules, assigns, directs and checks, daily and long range work/progress and provides related payroll reporting.
Assists the Superintendent and Director in planning capital improvements, budget request, tools and supplies.
Prepares operational and administrative reports as necessary.
Maintains administrative records, plots underground structures, maintains adequate supplies of chemicals, spare parts, tools and equipment to effectively operate a public water system.
Prepares Statistical and Chemical dosage reports as required by the DEP and the Superintendent.
Operates and maintains Evergreen green sand filter plant and other pumping stations and treatment facilities.
Operates pumps and chemical dosing equipment.
Reads and interprets flow meters, pH meters, pressure and water level gauges.
Perform tests to determine chemical dosage i.e. pH, fluoride, chlorine, iron, manganese etc.
Maintain records as required by state regulations and by the Superintendent i.e. daily pumpage, chemical dosage, well levels etc.
Collect water quality samples i.e. bacteria, lead, copper, V.O.C.’s, P.C.E.’s. T.H.M.’s HAA5’s, S.O.C.’s.
Operates and maintains stand by engines & generators to provide uninterrupted water and sewer service in the event of power failures.
Assist in the operation and maintenance of the Waste Water Treatment Plant, associated lift stations, grinder pumps and collection systems for the Town’s shared septic and sewer systems.
Accept deliveries of bulk chemicals, supplies and equipment.
Plans, organizes and coordinates work to be completed with private contractors and other Department Heads as needed.
Trains new employees and cross trains with co-workers in performing assigned duties.
Performs and/or supervises all fire hydrant maintenance.
Completes gate valve exercising and full system flushing programs.
Responsible for all general repairs of water mains and service lines.
Performs all trench inspections.
Installs new service connections.
Performs regular testing of back flow prevention devices and surveys existing and new facilities for cross connections.
Assists with grounds maintenance work at all facilities including mowing, string trimming, chain sawing, leaf and brush removal.
Participates in operation and ordinary maintenance of equipment, instructs employees in the correct and proper usage and keeps daily records of maintenance completed.
Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification.
Cross train with other Water Department employees.
Is available for overtime and call backs in the event of emergencies.
Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations.
Schedule requests for mark outs of underground water/sewer piping for Dig Safe requests.
Supervise pressure tests, disinfection of water lines and reads, installs and repairs for water meters and backflow prevention equipment.
Performance of all work projects such as, meter installation, replacement, repairs, leaks in mains, corrections in breakdown of service, proper operation and control of pump house, wells, other water facilities, meter readings, monitoring of controls, and tests as required.