Water Reclamation Operator III

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the City of Denton wastewater treatment plant to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations and regulatory compliance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Perform various lab tests; learn to interpret the results to ensure appropriate plant function.
• Address equipment and system issues with operational problem troubleshooting using historical trending, data, and lab results to understand plant operations.
• Monitor plant operations by observation, instrumentation, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and laboratory test results; make and perform process control adjustments as needed.
• Interpret technical data from SCADA, Information Management Systems, graphs, and charts.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Learn to monitor operational parameters identifying abnormal conditions including noise levels, vibration, temperatures, pressures, and airflow.
• Conduct visual equipment inspections for corrosion, wear, damage, and proper component integrity; notify appropriate personnel for needed repairs.
• Inspect and maintain lubrication and filtration systems, checking oil levels, assessing oil quality, and evaluating filter conditions.
• Monitor plant equipment, gauges, meters, and control panels to ensure proper treatment process function.
• Understand and perform duties involving system process flows and shutdown requirements, as appropriate.
• Learn lift station locations and protocols for performing SCADA station operation and maintenance checks.
• Learn system process flows and shutdown requirements.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) software to maintain accurate maintenance records and assist in preparing equipment condition reports.
• Complete minor adjustments, cleaning, and tightening of accessible fasteners on equipment.
• Collaborate with plant personnel and external service providers to ensure efficient operations and maintenance.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols including, but not limited to, Confined Space and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, City and department policies and procedures, and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Operate hand tools to mid-size, complex equipment; observe all safety guidelines established by the City of Denton.
• Maintain thorough logs and records according to regulatory agency requirements.

None.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
  Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
  Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

• Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing):
  Yes.
• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; require use of hand and pneumatic tools, hoists, tractors, forklift, brush hog, and motor vehicle; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) issued by City of Denton that may include gloves, hard hat, safety goggles/eye protection, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, and uniforms.
• Posture:
  Prolonged sitting, stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, twisting, and climbing.
• Motion:
  Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding, use of mouse, and reaching.
• Lifting:
  Lifting no more than 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds.
• Environment:
  Works inside and outside with exposure sun, heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather, untreated sewage water, noise, chemicals, odors, hazardous gases, heights, depths, electrical components, potentially hazardous conditions, uneven ground, and rough terrain; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Travel:
  Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Attendance:
  Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work overtime and respond to after-hour emergencies, as needed.
• Mental Demands:
  Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

• Inclusive
• Collaborative
• Service-Oriented
• Strategically Focused
• Fiscally Responsible

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
• Employee Health Clinic
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

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