Water Plant Operator - IV

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Distribution Supervisor or Plant Supervisor, the Water Plan Operator I – IV performs entry-level, semi-skilled, and skilled technical and maintenance work in the daily operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant, distribution system, pump, and PRV stations. Level I is an entry-level position and can be filled with limited or no experience in water treatment or distribution.

At the entry level, the operator works closely with supervised training and a limited range of duties. At advanced levels, the operator works with increased independence and responsibility and makes routine changes in the operation of the plant and the Distribution System.

• Operate, regulate, and maintain membrane and conventional water treatment plants and the distribution system, including supply, storage, treatment, metering, monitoring laboratory work, equipment operation, equipment maintenance, system maintenance and repair.
• Operate a variety of equipment: motorized equipment, including heavy‑duty machinery, confined‑space equipment, hazardous‑entry equipment, laboratory and safety equipment.
• Respond to the public regarding water quality and distribution concerns.
• Maintain plant records and inventory and prepare reports for state regulatory agencies.
• Operate and maintain SCADA and radio systems.
• Perform location services and operate GPS equipment.
• Coordinate and assist with water construction projects as needed.
• At higher levels, assist in budget preparation, selection and training of employees on tasks and equipment operations, and assignment of work.
• Perform other related work as required or assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Level I:
  Must obtain a Class D Water Plant Operator’s license and a Distribution 1 license within six months of hire.
• Level II:
  Must have a Class C Water Plant Operator’s license or a Distribution 2 license and two years of related municipal experience.
• Level III:
  Must have a Class B Water Plant Operator’s license or a Distribution 3 license.
• Level IV:
  Must have a Class A Water Plant Operator’s license or a Distribution 4 license.
• All levels:
  Valid Colorado Class A driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Out‑of‑state candidates must obtain a Colorado Class A license within six months of hire. Employees with a CDL requirement are subject to random drug screening.

• For Level I, entry level, the operator is not expected to have all the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.
• Knowledge of overall operations of water treatment and distribution systems.
• Knowledge of regulations regarding treatment plant and distribution system operations.
• Knowledge of equipment including chemical feeders, multimeters, locator and leak detection, and other common items for manual labor.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations including backhoe/excavator, dump truck, skid steer, and truck‑mounted crane.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and testing performed in monitoring treatment plants and distribution systems.
• Basic knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems maintenance including motors and pumps.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods, including operating various tools and equipment, lifting, carrying, loading/unloading heavy items, hand‑digging trenches and working from below‑grade trenches or above‑grade ladders, scaffolds, or platforms.
• Ability to prepare and calculate basic mathematical problems including rates, ratios, fractions, and percentages.
• Ability to set work priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret maps.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and the general public.
• Must be able to work an on‑call schedule and respond to emergencies.

Water Supervisor

LT120/130/140/160

No

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