Water Operator

Job Title

Water Plant Operator I, II

Under supervision of the Water Superintendent, Operator I assists in maintaining the water distribution system and water plant. With little to no supervision, Operator II performs general sampling and testing of water and performs maintenance and repairs at the plant and lab equipment and pump stations.

Utilities

Water

Non-Exempt;
Full-Time

High School Diploma/GED

• Basic knowledge of Water Treatment Plant & Distribution Operations
• Basic knowledge of pump stations and water towers
• Basic computer skills
• Safe methods of lifting heavy objects and handling of chemicals

• Advanced knowledge of Water Treatment Plant Operations
• Advanced knowledge of required maintenance for the treatment plant, pump stations and water towers
• Basic computer skills
• Safe methods of lifting heavy objects and handling of chemicals

Not specified

Valid driver’s license required with clean driving record

Valid driver’s license with CDL Class B with no restrictions required with clean driving record

Class I or II plant operator certification

Class III or IV plant operator certification

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes. The employee may regularly be exposed to fumes, odors, dirt, wetness, chemicals and toxins. The noise level in the work environment occasionally requires hearing protection.

• Backwash filters each day (normally 2 daily)
• Calibrate PH meter and perform plant tests on PH, chlorine, temperature and CT calculations
• Change out/replace chemicals and log usage daily of all (polymers, chlorine, alum and carbon)
• Respond to alarms and calls in a timely manner
• General cleaning of all buildings, pipes and equipment
• Work in "on call" rotation

• Assist in the installation, repair and maintenance of the City’s water system, including water mains, water service lines and hydrants
• Install, replace, repair, inspect and maintain residential and commercial water meters and hydrant meters used by construction firms and fire hydrants
• Keep a record of new meter installations and exchanges
• Prepare and update utility mapping.
• Compute water consumption
• Turn water service off and on as appropriate
• Receive and respond to inquiries and complaints from customers and the general public regarding water service
• Drive and operate heavy equipment
• Perform locates for City of Augusta utilities
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and machinery
• Respond to emergency calls during work and after normal working hours
• Report defects and irregularities to supervisor
• Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position
• Other duties as assigned

• Attend monthly safety meetings
• Maintain and demonstrate good public relations
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required
• Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook
• Help other team members accomplish tasks

• Prepares KDHE reports and assures that plant meets all federal, state and local compliance requirements
• Backwash filters each day (normally 2 daily)
• Calibrate PH meter and perform plant tests on PH, chlorine, temperature and CT calculations
• Change out/replace chemicals and log usage daily of all (polymers, chlorine, alum and carbon)
• Respond to alarms and calls in a timely manner
• Maintenance on Water towers, storage tanks and pump stations
• General cleaning of all buildings, pipes and equipment
• Work in "on call" rotation
• Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position
• Other duties as assigned

• Attend monthly safety meetings
• Maintain and demonstrate good public relations
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required
• Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook
• Help other team members accomplish tasks

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

The City of Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.