Under close supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform entry-level work in support of the Water Quality Crew of Toho Water Authority's water resources systems. In this role, you will work as part of a team of skilled operators and technicians who are tasked with ensuring the valves, water quality management, and firefighting tools are functioning correctly. You will also use these tools to troubleshoot and resolve water quality problems within the water system—reports to the Water Quality Foreman.

*Progression to Senior Water Quality w Specialist will be evaluated based on qualifications and years of experience:

Water Quality Specialist I

1. Performs manual and machine assisted valve operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
2. Operates and maintains auto-flusher, hydrant and other water quality management tool(s). Uses these tools and technologies to ensure the water is safe, reliable and acceptable for Toho Water Authority’s customers.
3. Performs a combination of manual and semi-skilled labor and equipment operation for the purpose of maintaining and repairing Toho Water Authority’s fire hydrants.
4. Responds to, and aids in resolving customer water quality concerns.

Water Quality Specialist II

1. Perform unidirectional Flushing following a plan. To maintain and improve water quality.
2. Operates and maintains auto-flusher, hydrant and other water quality management tool(s). Uses these tools and technologies to ensure the water is safe, reliable and acceptable for Toho Water Authority’s customers.
3. Performs a combination of manual and semi-skilled labor and equipment operation for the purpose of maintaining and repairing Toho Water Authority’s fire hydrants.
4. Responds to, and aids in resolving customer water quality concerns.
5. Uses a variety of hand and power tools and equipment to perform assigned duties, including air compressors, saws, pipe wrenches, cutters, shovels, drills, lawn equipment, axes and a forklift.
6. Picks up and transports materials, tools, and supplies. Cleans equipment and tools. Conducts pre-trip inspections of vehicles and records findings. Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on tools, equipment, and vehicles. Notifies supervisor of needed replacements and repairs.
7. Follows safety practices and wears protective gear.
8. All other duties as assigned.

Water Quality Specialist I

Water Quality Specialist II

1. A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.
2. Minimum of two years relevant experience
3. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered.
4. Must be able to successfully demonstrate working knowledge of Water Quality skill set.
5. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Driver's License with Airbrake and Tanker Endorsement.

SKILLS NEEDED:

1. Ability to read and interpret both property layouts and street maps in GIS.
2. Ability to properly Collect samples and complete Chain of Custody forms.
3. Working knowledge of Flushing Maines and Service lines.
4. Ability to program Auto Flushers.
5. Ability to install and program pressure recorders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk to a significant degree; use hands to operate tools or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to pull, push, kneel, bend, squat, crawl, and twist. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Environmental factors include outdoor conditions; rugged terrain, slippery surfaces, varying weather, including, heat, cold, dry, wet weather. In addition, noise, darkness, brightness, vibrations, traffic, biological agents, chemicals, gas/ fumes, magnetic fields, or congested area. Environmental factors include indoor, flat surface, noise, sitting with occasionally walking and standing.