Water​/Steam Operator

Under the general direction of the Assistant Water/Steam Supervisor, or under the direct supervision of the Operational Chiefs depending on work assignments, this position performs operational, maintenance, and construction activities related to the municipal water and steam distribution systems. Duties include work on pressure reducing stations, water treatment plant, wells, booster stations, meters, and reservoirs.

• Performs Gopher State One Call Locating.
• Performs maintenance, repair, and construction work on water and steam lines, meters, water treatment plant, wells, reservoirs, booster stations, hydrants and valves.
• Performs water main taps and service installations.
• Install, document, inspect, repair, and test water/steam meters and condensate traps.
• Maintain accurate operational records for water treatment plant, wells, booster stations, pressure reducing stations, and ground and elevated storage facilities.
• Verify and locate curb stops, water mains, and service lines.
• Create, update, and maintain mapping for water services, water mains, and curb stops.
• Collects, test, and document water samples in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Operate and monitor the water treatment plant, wells, booster stations, pressure reducing stations, and ground and elevated storage facilities.
• Manage water meter and ERT inventory, including installation and programming of ERT units.
• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot the SCADA system.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on department vehicles and equipment.
• Operator C and B positions are required to perform standby/on‑call duty. Operator D will not be required to perform standby duty until one year of service in the Water/Steam Department or until the supervisor determines the employee is capable of performing standby duties.
• Follow all department safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Attend all required training and maintain current licenses and certifications as required by federal and state regulations and the Public Utilities Commission.

The aforementioned functions are normal for this position. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all‑inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong reading comprehension skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• General knowledge of maintenance manuals, reports, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Working knowledge of Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) standards, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public water supply systems.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of district energy steam systems.
• Ability to enter, retrieve, and manage data in Microsoft Excel and Access or similar software.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess a Minnesota Water Operator “D” certificate, have completed a post‑secondary water program, or have a minimum of six (6) months of experience operating a Class A, B, C or D water facility.
• Employees must obtain a Minnesota Water Operator “D” certificate within one (1) year of hire. Certification must be obtained in accordance with Minnesota Administrative Rules for Certification of System and Facility Operators as administered by the Minnesota Department of Health. Possession of a Minnesota Water Operator “D” or higher certificate at the time of hire is preferred. A valid Minnesota Class “D” Driver’s License is required.
  
  The ability to obtain a Minnesota Class “A” CDL within 6 months of hire is required. Possession of a Minnesota Class “A” CDL at time of hire is preferred.

Water/Steam Operator B– Requires a Minnesota “B” Water Operator Certificate and six (6) years of experience in water/steam systems.

Water/Steam Operator C– Requires a Minnesota “C” Water Operator Certificate and three (3) years of experience in water/steam systems.

Water/Steam Operator D– Requires a Minnesota “D” Water Operator Certificate and one…