Job Description
General Statement of the Job & Essential Functions Under general supervision, this position is responsible for operating, maintaining and/or providing assistance with the operation and maintenance of the Water Treatment and Distribution Systems. Reports to the Lead Water Treatment Plant Operator. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Obtains water samples and performs required laboratory tests to ensure proper treatment; calculates chemical dosages and mixes solution; regulates raw water, the distribution water flow rate and collects and evaluates water samples at each stage of treatment. Assists with the operation of a water treatment plant, and records data regarding treatment plant and distribution system including pressures, tank levels, flow rates and water quality using a computerized system; adjusts system pressures and tank levels through the use of high service pumps and booster stations. Assists with or performs chemical testing, including but not limited to pH, chlorine residual, fluoride concentration, color, hardness levels, turbidity and alkalinity, and determines proper corrective measures based on test results. Performs plant maintenance such as cleaning and backwashing intake screens, cleaning and calibrating chemical feeders and assisting with cleaning clarifier basins; assists with diagnosing, problems with mechanical or electrical equipment and performs tasks such as isolating valves, pumps or motors as necessary; records and maintains operational and laboratory data; assists with the preparation of daily and monthly reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Individual assignments will be determined by supervisor based on current workload and department needs. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of Work: Has considerable knowledge of the operating principles and practices and the maintenance requirements of water treatment plant equipment and machinery. Has general knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with water plant and related activities. Has some knowledge of chemistry as applied to water treatment. Has general knowledge of water testing procedures. Has general knowledge of standard laboratory principles, techniques, terminology and equipment. Is able to understand and follow specified operating and recording procedures. Is able to detect defects and to take appropriate action in the operation of water treatment equipment, chemical feed systems and other related equipment. Is able to keep accurate records and prepare reports. Is able to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in contact with the general public. Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts within department, with co-workers and the general public. Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Essential Job Functions." Dependability: Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, city policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas. Attendance: Attends work regularly and adheres to city policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests. Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction. Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment. Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, varian