Water Operator Iv

JOB POSITION: WATER OPERATOR IV

Division:
Water Quality
Status:
Non-Exempt
Grade: 103
Job Code: 784

Reports to:

Water Operations Supervisor
Date: 07-01-07
Revised Date: 04-01-22
Last Reviewed Date: 04-01-22

SUMMARY OF JOB
Performs routine technical work in daily operations/maintenance of water treatment
equipment and processes. Operates SCADA system to monitor/control water plant/
system functions. Makes rounds of plant, checking for proper operation of
processes. Measures chemical feed rate and calculates dosages. Checks/calibrates
process instrumentation. Operates pumps/valves/sluice gates. Performs accuracy
tests/leak surveys/valve locations. Interprets maps/drawings/schematics.
Checks/lubricates and repairs pumps/aerators/air compressors/emergency
generators/other plant equipment. Assists in water quality lab making routine
physical/chemical tests. Maintain logs. Cleans, paints and performs other general
maintenance duties. Graduation from high school/ GED equivalent with one (1) or
more years related experience in mechanical maintenance work. Class IV Water
license from the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
for Waterworks and Wastewater Works required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned or scheduled.

* Operates and maintains water production and distribution system.

* Operates SCADA system to monitor and control water plant and system
functions.

* Makes periodic rounds of plant, checking for proper operation of processes.

* Measures chemical feed rate and calculates dosages.

* Checks and calibrates process instrumentation.

* Operates pumps, valves and sluice gates.

* Performs accuracy tests, leak surveys and valve locations.

* Interprets maps, drawings and schematics.

* Performs line locations and repairs leaks.

* Operates a variety of equipment such as leak detectors, pipe and metal
detectors.

* Assists in water quality lab.

* Performs routine vehicle maintenance.

* Makes routine physical and chemical tests of water samples.

* Keeps accurate records of test results relating to water operations.

* Maintains logs of plant operations.

* Cleans, paints and otherwise repairs the general physical properties of the
facilities.

* Checks, lubricates and repairs pumps, aerators, air compressors, emergency
generators and other plant equipment.

* Subject to twenty-four (24) hour call and works varied shifts as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Ability to work with minimal supervision.

* Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers,
other Water Authority departments and the general public.

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and
maintenance instructions, maps and procedure manuals.

* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished
in writing, oral or diagram form.

* Ability to work alone or in a team environment.

* Must possess and maintain a good work ethic with a strong emphasis on good
attendance, reporting to work on time, completing job assignments in a timely
manner, maintaining a good work attitude, performing all job duties as assigned
and/or scheduled.

* Ability to prepare reports and correspondence.

* Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of
organization.

* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized
situations.

* Some knowledge of chemistry and laboratory procedures, and ability to use
laboratory equipment.

* General knowledge of principals and practices of operation of a water treatment
facility.

* Ability to pass a respirator fit test.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent with one (1) or more years related
experience and/or training in mechanical maintenance work or equivalent
combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATE, LICENSE, REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

* Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license or have the ability to obtain one
within 60 days of employment date. No more than six (6) demerit points on
driving record if…