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Water Plant Operator Ii- Public Utilites​/Water Plant Department

Job in Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee, 37027, USA
Listing for: City of Gallatin
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Utility Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
  • Engineering
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: WATER PLANT OPERATOR II- PUBLIC UTILITES/WATER PLANT DEPARTMENT

WATER PLANT OPERATOR II - PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT / WATER TREATMENT PLANT

WATER PLANT OPERATOR II - PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT/WATER TREATMENT PLANT

CITY OF GALLATIN

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The purpose of this position is to perform intermediate technical work in the operation and maintenance of the water/wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Limited supervision may be exercised over subordinate plant personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Monitors plant operations; adjusts plant operations; troubleshoots and maintains plant equipment; calibrates equipment; records and maintains plant operation records; performs laboratory tests.
  • Oversees proper functioning of water pumps, motors, chlorinators, filters and chemical feeders making adjustments as necessary to maintain proper flow of water.
  • Makes regular tours of plant ensuring proper functioning and plant operations.
  • Performs manual cleaning or preventive maintenance duties as assigned.
  • Installs, maintains and/or repairs engines, motors, pumps, controls and compressors.
  • Uses hand, bench and machine tools in the repair and maintenance of pumps, valves and other plant machinery and equipment.
  • Records readings from meters and instruments.
  • Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
  • Checks pumps, motors, filters, belts, compressors, connections, oil level temperature, etc. at treatment plant.
  • Replaces and repairs bearings, shafts, sleeves and other parts.
  • Maintains maintenance records and recommends necessary repairs.
  • Repairs and replaces worn out parts.
  • Compiles and maintains reports on water pumped for monthly and daily averages.
  • Notes readings of meters and indicators.
  • Changes charts on recording meters and gauges.
  • Collects water samples from designated points.
  • Makes physical checks and runs chemical tests, including temperature, turbidity, chlorine, alkalinity, pH, hardness, fluoride, CO2, iron, manganese and bacteriological tests.
  • Makes chemical feed and treatment adjustments.
  • Replenishes treatment equipment with chemicals.
  • Keeps basins free of foreign matter.
  • Collects samples of raw sewage, primary treatment effluent and grit and performs basic physical and chemical analysis, such as fecal coliform, chlorine residuals, pH analysis, etc.
  • Pumps sludge, drains tanks, changes clarifiers.
  • Cleans, services, maintains and repairs pumps, motors and other equipment.
  • Makes emergency repairs.
  • May be required to assist in operating the treatment plant.
  • May be required to work overtime and/or be on call; and be able to respond to emergencies within a reasonable time.
  • Performs general maintenance and grounds keeping duties.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.
  • Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSWater Plant Operator I
    • High School Diploma/GED.
    • Two (2) years’ recent experience in maintenance work involving plumbing, mechanical and electrical repair and installation.
    • Must have valid driver's license.
    • Must secure a Class III Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of Tennessee within one year of appointment, and must retain certification throughout employment.
    Water Plant Operator II
    • Must meet all the qualifications of Water/Wastewater Plant Operator I.
    • Must possess a Grade IV Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of Tennessee, and must retain certification throughout employment.

    * Note:

    Plant Operator II level eligibility is attained by achieving the Class IV license. Duties and performance requirements at the Water Plant Operator II level have greater expectations and responsibilities than that of the Plant Operator I.

    KNOWLEDGE,

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES
    • General knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water/wastewater treatment plant.
    • General knowledge of hydraulic, chemical and mechanical principles pertinent to water/wastewater treatment plant operations.
    • General knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment and methods used in water/wastewater treatment and pumping operations.
    • Gener…
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