Job Title: Water Treatment Plant Operator I – (Operator In Training)

Department: Public Utilities

Division: PU20 - Water

Reports To: Chief Water Plant Operator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 05

Approved By: General Manager

Approved Date: 12/14/2021

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the Chief Water Plant Operator, performs any duties required to operate and maintain the water pumping stations, water treatment plants, water reservoirs, metering stations, collect distribution samples and participates in related tasks as needed. Assists in water operations and maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES as ASSIGNED include the following:

1. Under supervision and training, be assigned to properly operating and maintaining water pump stations, treatment plants, master metering stations, and reservoirs.
2. Performs repairs on pumps, motors, controls, vehicles, lawnmowers, plant facilities, reservoirs, and related equipment.
3. Ability to be on call duty, work overtime, weekends, and Holidays, both scheduled and unscheduled as required.
4. Performs and/or assists in performing laboratory analysis, sampling, monitoring, calculations, and calibration. Reads recorder readings, performs general duties such as painting, mowing and brush hogging, cleaning, and general maintenance.
5. Performs basic computer operations per SCADA operations and record keeping.
6. Assist coworkers to perform necessary functions.
7. Perform related tasks as assigned by the Chief Water Plant Operator or his delegated representative, Water/wastewater Superintendent, and/or Director.
8. Responsible for operating in accordance with Local, State, Federal Regulations, and POA Policies and Procedures, ADH Rules and Regulations.
9. Follow safety compliance policies and procedures and assist coworkers relating to overall job safety compliance.
10. Responsible for follow up of actions and ongoing personal development.
11. Required to work after hours and weekends when necessary.
12. Operations & Maintenance, Record Keeping, and Reporting related knowledge of water pumps, motors, reservoirs, tanks, water treatment plant operations.
13. Skill in sampling, monitoring, and analysis and skill in safety precautions.
14. Learn the system being served by plant.
15. Perform rounds on all shifts, making sure all parts of the plant are functioning properly.
16. Obtain skills in sampling, monitoring, and analysis and skill in safety precautions.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.
18. Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and make progressive efforts to acquire higher skill sets and licensure in Water Plant Operations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions and work nights, weekends and holidays if needed.

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Must be able to be reached and be available for emergency call out.
3. Must have transportation to and from work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

1. High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Math skills to include the ability to use formulas related to volumes, areas, percent, dosages, and time. Ability to use American weight measurement as well as metric.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding. Able to carry out multiple and semi-complex instruction. Ability to deal with standard as well as occasional nontypical situations. Ability and desire to learn.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

1. Must have a valid Arkansas Driver’s License.
2. Must have or be able to obtain an Arkansas Grade I Water Treatment Operator License within a year.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Ability to operate and maintain; vehicles, equipment, and tools to perform Utility O&M functions and duties, use a push mower, riding mower, tractor, and carry weed eater for extended distance proficiently, safely, and responsibly. The ability to lift minimum of 35 lbs. lawnmower into truck.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Essential Yes. Employees who are designated as required to work when an office closing is authorized.

Work from home No. Unless authorized; in advance, on a case-by-case basis by Department Director/Manager.