Utilities Water Plant Operator in Training​/D​/C​/B​/A

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs operations and maintenance duties at the water treatment facilities.

Reports to: Water Treatment Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, operates Treatment Plant to ensure compliance with the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act and the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations.
• Meets water quality and quantity demands by making independent decisions concerning plant operations based on plant specific operational guidelines set in place by the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC).
• Monitors the performance of all equipment associated with the treatment process by conducting routine visual inspections, interpreting instrument readings, and performing daily rounds.
• Collects samples from source water, treatment facilities and distribution system. Perform lab analyses and interpret the results and make process adjustments accordingly.
• Calculates and determines optimum dosages of chemicals used in the treatment process.
• Operates and interprets the SCADA system. Generates reports from SCADA data logs. Creates trends of Plant operations and analyzes to optimize quality and quantity of water produced.
• Responsible for daily record keeping, including water production, chemical usage and equipment run times.
• Starts and stops pumps and operates valves to control and adjust flow and processes either manually or by remote control.
• Responds to alarms, identifies, and corrects mechanical and process problems. Performs preventative maintenance including minor repairs.
• Reports process and equipment status to other operators and supervisors on a regular basis verbally and in writing.
• Performs work in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
• Prepares work orders and other written requests for maintenance.
• Creates new and updates existing SOPs.
• Handles and responds to spills of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals during delivery, storage, and use.
• Maintains good customer service. Answers inquiries from the public as to the quality of the City’s water supply. Conducts tours of the treatment facility.
• Interacts with other districts, receives, analyzes, and directs emergency calls from the public, including water related and sanitary sewer inquiries.
• Ensures that the treatment facility and outlying areas are clean, safe, and presentable at all times for public tours and regulatory agency inspections.
• Trains new personnel using knowledge and experience to enable less experienced employees to obtain the proper expertise necessary in the water treatment field.
• Performs daily water rights accounting.
• Assumes on-call duties when assigned.
• Acquires readings and flow records and operates the City Ditch when required.
• Inspects water towers and vaults.
• Works closely with City Engineering Team for timely completion of Plant related projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned and required.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains plant’s grounds, structures, and operates a boat.
• Provides input to the supervisor concerning preparation of the division’s budget.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Water Treatment Plant experience preferred.

• State Operator Certification required. The goal of the Utilities Department is for all operators to be A-Level certified and maintain their certification (all levels) through acquiring training units (TUs).

• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and safe driving record;
  Commercial License preferred.

An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

Knowledge

Working knowledge of:

• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Mechanical, electrical and telemetry systems
• Hydraulics

Basic knowledge of

• Biology
• Chemistry

Skills and Abilities

• Computer Skills - Good computer skills required to work in a technical environment.
• Communication Skills – Good professional communication skills required to interact with the public.
• Analytical Skills - Understanding of analytical methods required to interpret laboratory tests. Also required for…