Chief Plant Operator - Water Production Plant

United States of America (Non-Exempt)
POSITION SUMMARY Leads, operates, and maintain water or wastewater plants, performing assigned duties necessary to repair, replace, and maintain mechanical, electronic, control, and instrumentation equipment related to water and wastewater treatment facilities, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to ensure the effective operation of the facilities and distribution systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Under very limited supervision, positions at this level perform highly skilled manual labor or mechanical work, require outstanding problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, and complete the most difficult, complex, and responsible duties assigned to the class within this series. Employees at this level must be fully trained in all procedures related to the designated area of responsibility and serves as lead workers ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Leads, operates, and monitors all processing equipment and machinery.

Trains, recognizes and counsels Plant Operators regarding work performance.

Initiates changes in operation as determined through calculations and monitoring of processing variables, test procedures, and independent judgement of varying factors.

Leads assigned crews in performing routine maintenance (repairs and cleaning) of all buildings/structures, equipment, fans, and blowers; including but not limited to conducting routine inspections, making mechanical repairs/adjustments and overhauling pumps, reduction hear, and variable speed drive units.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Water Production Plant Maintains computerized operational control of elevated storage tanks, ground storage tanks, incline booster stations, pump stations, and metering stations.

Maintains quality processing records, including water flows, chemical dosage, laboratory analysis, and various other facility operations.

Performs various laboratory tests and analysis required for effective operation of the water treatment facility (Ph/alkalinity, chlorine residual, fluoride residual, turbidity, jar tests, chlorine demand); handles calibration of associated test equipment.

Responds to and takes appropriate action in relation to hazardous chemical leaks (chlorine, anhydrous ammonia, hydroflourosilicic acid), which require the use of an oxygen breathing apparatus.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintains computerized operational control of lift stations.

Maintains quality processing records, including wastewater flows, chemical dosage, laboratory analysis, and various other facility operations.

Collects samples and performs various laboratory tests and analysis required for effective operation of the wastewater treatment facility.

Responds to and takes appropriate action in relation to hazardous chemical leaks (chlorine, sulfur dioxide), which require the use of an oxygen breathing apparatus.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School diploma or GED required.

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience in water or wastewater treatment, electrical, mechanical, technical, general utility construction, or a related field.

Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Must possess Class B Water or wastewater Certificate of Competency from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) as applicable, within one (1) year from date of hire.

Conditions of Employment:
Must submit to and pass a criminal background, pre-employment drug test, pre-placement medical examination, and job placement assessment (JPA). Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy. An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.

This position is required to drive.

Other Requirements:
This position is subject to emergency operations. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed: during emergency operations, in preparation for…