Quality Control Coordinator

Under general supervision, the Quality Control Coordinator perform tasks related to reporting and testing as regulated by ADEQ and other agencies associated with Sanitation, Water and Wastewater.

This position is a tentative “At-Will” appointment and subject to a probationary period of six (6) months from the date of hire. Upon successful completion of a probationary period, a non-management employee shall be granted regular status in the classification in which the probationary period is served.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours.

Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collects samples as required by ADEQ, permit, or supervisor.
• Monitor unit process variable and recommend changes as determined through calculations and test procedures and consultation with the Lead Operator.
• Takes samples in plant during various stages of treatment and conducts tests for dissolved oxygen, pH, conductivity, settleability, suspended solids, and as part of process control in accordance with local, State, and Federal requirements.
• Prepares all required monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual reports for all three divisions.
• Writes permits.
• Writes and updates daily lab forms.
• Performs all functions related to collecting, processing, and submitting lab specimens; interprets lab results and recommends corrections as needed.
• Calibrates gas meter for landfill.
• Schedules well sampling at landfill and reports to ADEQ.
• Monitors sampling of bac-t’s and lead and copper.
• Reports violations to ADEQ.
• Starts up and shuts down components of the wastewater treatment process as directed bythe WWTP Lead Operator or Water Department Lead Operator.
• Performs related duties as assigned or required.

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Mechanical equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Accepted safety practices at a Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Chemicals used in water and wastewater treatment processing and operations.

• Using a variety of hand tools.
• Following written and verbal instructions.
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and technical documents.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Operating a computer including standard software and some specialized software.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

High school diploma or GED equivalent AND two (2) years of skilled experience in a water or wastewater treatment plant; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must possess a Grade I Wastewater Plant Operation and Treatment certification as issued by ADEQ.
Must obtain at least two ADEQ Certification upgrades annually (goal of obtaining a WWT III, WC III, WD III, and WT III during the first 4 years of employment).Work is performed in a standard office environment and throughout water and wastewater treatment facilities. May be exposed to caustic chemicals, fumes, and wet or humid conditions. May be required to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.