Water Operator I

JOB POSITION: WATER OPERATOR I

Division:
Water Quality
Status:
Non-Exempt
Grade: 106
Job Code: 787

Reports to:

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

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. Is the responsible operator in charge of assigned shift in
absence of Water Operations Supervisor. Graduation from high school/ GED
equivalent with one (1) or more years related experience in mechanical
maintenance work. Class I Water license from the Virginia Department of
Professional and Occupational Regulation for Waterworks and Wastewater Works
required.

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

• Oversees and directs work of assigned employees when necessary.
• Identifies and reports work progress of assigned employee to responsible supervisor/manager.
• Reports problems and conflicts to supervisor immediately or as soon as possible.
• 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.

Oversees the work of assigned employees when necessary. Assists responsible supervisor in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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 oversee assigned work of other personnel in assigned area.
• Ability to review and recommend improvements in processes and procedures for assigned area.
• Ability to think logically and comprehend data.
• 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 respond to inquiries from employees and customers orally or in writing as necessary.
• Ability to represent assigned area in meetings attended.
• Ability to identify problems and/or conflict and seek management assistance in dealing with problems and/or conflicts.
• Ability to analyze and solve technical and administrative problems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and procedure manuals.
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