Water Operator

Overview

This position participates in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s water treatment system and distribution system.

• Participates in the repair, maintenance and flushing of hydrants.
• Participates in the repairs, maintenance, and installation of valves, service connections, meter pits and water mains.
• Participates in troubleshooting and repairs of water leaks.
• Participates in locating water and sewer mains.
• Participates in responses to and helps resolve customer service complaints.
• Participates in the operation of a variety of construction equipment.
• Participates in the back filling of excavations in compliance with compaction test requirements.
• Participates in the operation, maintenance and repair of wells.
• Participates in the building and grounds maintenance, including janitorial duties at water facilities, restrooms and offices.
• Complies with OSHA requirements for safety, PPE, chemical labeling and storage, SDS, fall protection, and trenching and shoring.
• Participates in maintaining records and preparing reports.
• Participates in collecting water samples for analysis.
• Participates in repairing landscaping.
• Responds to callout requests and emergencies for after-hour emergencies.
• Attends required training classes.
• Participates in compliance with EPA and DEQ sanitary survey inspections /repairs.
• Participates in compliance with all Safe Drinking Water Act and applicable Code of Federal Regulations requirements pertaining to public water systems.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of department safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of water treatment and distribution principles, operations and equipment.
• Knowledge of water distribution system maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of fire hydrant and valve installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of water treatment rules, regulations, standards, and principles.
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of water sample collection and analysis.
• Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines include OSHA regulations, state and federal environmental regulations, and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

• The work consists of related technical duties. Inclement weather and field conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to operate, maintain, and repair the city’s water treatment and distribution system. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of utility services.

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, customers, plumbers, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

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• A high school diploma or GED AND one (1) year of relevant construction, plumbing, building, and/or system maintenance or closely related experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which…