Water Plant Operator​/Trainee

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical, laboratory, and maintenance work in the operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities and systems to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws, rules and regulations. Performs routine laboratory tests and analysis of results, routine inspection, servicing, maintenance, and cleaning of equipment, and documentation of work performed. Receives and responds to training in all aspects of the construction, maintenance, repair and replacement of the water production system, in order to provide labor and equipment operations at continually progressive levels of skill as outlined below.

This position is an Essential classification and will require you to report to duty after severe weather or other emergency.

Works under the direct supervision of the Water Production Supervisor and general supervision of the Water & Wastewater Superintendent, and also works to assist other employees with higher degree of knowledge, skill and experience.

Trainees whose duties have the potential to impact water quality must work only under the direct, onsite supervision of a certified operator.

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• This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and the hired employee may be expected to perform additional employment related tasks as needed to accomplish specific projects or assignments. May be assigned to varying work schedules, weekend work, and be called back to work as needed by the City.
• Monitors the performance of all equipment, gauges and charts in the water treatment plant stations;
  Records statistical data concerning plant operations;
  Maintains, operates, repairs and replaces equipment as necessary;
  Charts lab test results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results; evaluates data and writes reports as required.
• Operates and maintains the water treatment plant and pump stations; identifies and repairs malfunctions at the water treatment plant.
• Collects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical, or biological characteristics of water required in accordance with local, state and Federal clean water requirements;
  Gathers and tests water samples for plant efficiency reports as required. Monitors water quality and plant operation.
• Assists with loading and unloading chemicals and other materials.
• Performs quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses; evaluates procedures and results for accuracy and determines appropriate methods.
• Calibrates, modifies or repairs instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other water monitoring equipment.
• Cleans clarifiers, filters, tanks, and other basins.
• Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.
• Logs relevant rainfall and lake levels.
• Performs a variety of general custodial, maintenance, and landscaping duties.

Maintains the drawings and schematics of electrical, chemical, and other systems in the water treatment plant.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent,
• Two (2) years post secondary college or technical training in biological sciences, biology, engineering, physical science, hydrology, geology, mathematics, environmental science, chemistry, microbiology, toxicology, or civil, chemical, sanitary, or environmental engineering, or equivalent sciences, OR
• One (1) year of experience in a water utility, OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Basic principles of Drinking Water Treatment.
• Working knowledge of operation and maintenance requirements of pumps, motors, compressors, generators, valves, water and chemical metering equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in a water treatment plant.
• Working knowledge of laboratory procedures and practices.
• Basic principles of mathematics, algebra, chemistry, and biology.
• Ability to create, maintain, and repair spreadsheet functions in Excel and a basic knowledge of computer operation.
• Ability to work safely
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.
• Ability to notice and analyze trends, recognize anomalies, and recommend corrective action based on past trends.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for the satisfactory job performance.

Valid Oklahoma State Driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier. Ability to possess a valid Oklahoma Class D Water Operator License and Class C Water Lab License within 1 year of hire. Must have a working telephone for callback. Ability to work shift work including nights, weekends and holidays.

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