Department: Water

Job Status: Full-Time Details: *Starting at $17.07/hour. Hourly rates may vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

* Salary may vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Hours: This position is on a 5 day week schedule, 8-hour workday, Monday – Friday, 7am-3:00pm. Occasionally may have to be available for On-Call Coverage.

JOB TITLE	WATER PLANT OPERATER I, II
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SUMMARY	OPERATOR 1: Under supervision of the Water Superintendent, assists in maintaining the water distribution system and water plant. OPERATOR 2: With little to no supervision by the Water Superintendent, the Operator II performs general sampling and testing of water and performs maintenance and repairs at the plant and lab equipment and pump stations.
DEPARTMENT	Utilities	APPROVED ON
DIVISION	Water	APPROVED BY
REPORTS TO	Water Superintendent	REVISION DATE
STATUS	Full-Time	CLASSIFICATION	Non-Exempt

REQUIREMENTS The information below outlines requirements for the position. Unless otherwise noted, all requirements apply to each level.
EDUCATION	High School Diploma/GED
KNOWLEDGE	OPERATOR I: Basic knowledge of Water Treatment Plant & Distribution Operations Basic knowledge of pump stations and water towers Basic computer skills Safe methods of lifting heavy objects and handling of chemicals	OPERATOR II: Advanced knowledge of Water Treatment Plant Operations Advanced knowledge of required maintenance for the treatment plant, pump stations and water towers Basic computer skills Safe methods of lifting heavy objects and handling of chemicals
WORK EXPERIENCE
LICENSURE	OPERATOR I: Valid driver’s license required w/clean driving record	OPERATOR II: Valid driver’s license with CDL Class B with no restrictions required w/clean driving record
CERTIFICATION	OPERATOR I: Class I or II plant operator certification	OPERATOR II: Class III or IV plant operator certification
WORK ENVIRONMENT	While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes. The employee may regularly be exposed to fumes, odors, dirt, wetness, chemicals and toxins. The noise level in the work environment occasionally requires hearing protection.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

OPERATOR I

Plant:

Backwash filters each day (normally 2 daily)
Calibrate PH meter and perform plant tests on PH, chlorine, temperature and CT calculations
Change out/replace chemicals and log usage daily of all (polymers, chlorine, alum and carbon)
Respond to alarms and calls in a timely manner
General cleaning of all buildings, pipes and equipment
Work in “on call” rotation

Distribution:

Assist in the installation, repair and maintenance of the City’s water system, including water mains, water service lines and hydrants
Install, replace, repair, inspect and maintain residential and commercial water meters and hydrant meters used by construction firms and fire hydrants
Keep a record of new meter installations and exchanges
Prepare and update utility mapping.
Compute water consumption
Turn water service off and on as appropriate

Receive and respond to inquiries and complaints from customers and the general public regarding water service
Drive and operate heavy equipment
Perform locates for City of Augusta utilities
Perform safety inspections of equipment and machinery
Respond to emergency calls during work and after normal working hours
Report defects and irregularities to supervisor
Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position
Other duties as assigned

Peripheral Duties:

Attend monthly safety meetings
Maintain and demonstrate good public relations
Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required
Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook
Help other team members accomplish tasks

OPERATOR II

Prepares KDHE reports and assures that plant meets all federal, state and local compliance requirements
Backwash filters each day (normally 2 daily)
Calibrate PH meter and perform plant tests on PH, chlorine, temperature and CT calculations
Change out/replace chemicals and log usage daily of all (polymers, chlorine, alum and carbon)
Respond to alarms and calls in a timely manner
Maintenance on Water towers, storage tanks and pump stations
General cleaning of all buildings, pipes and equipment
Work in “on call” rotation
Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position
Other duties as assigned

Peripheral Duties:

Attend monthly safety meetings
Maintain and demonstrate good public relations
Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required
Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook
Help other team members accomplish tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes. The employee may regularly be exposed to fumes, odors, dirt, wetness, chemicals and toxins. The noise level in the work environment occasionally requires hearing protection.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

The City of Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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WATER OPERATOR I