Water Operator

Job Status:
Full-Time Details:
* Starting at $17.07/hour. Hourly rates may vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

* Salary may vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Hours:

This position is on a 5 day week schedule, 8-hour workday, Monday – Friday, 7am-3:00pm. Occasionally may have to be available for On-Call Coverage.

Under supervision of the Water Superintendent, assists in maintaining the water distribution system and water plant.

With little to no supervision by the Water Superintendent, the 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

Full-Time

Non-Exempt

The information below outlines requirements for the position. Unless otherwise noted, all requirements apply to each level.

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

Valid driver’s license required w/clean driving record

Valid driver’s license with CDL Class B with no restrictions required w/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.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• 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…