Water Treatment Operator

Statement of Duties On assigned shifts, responsible for operations of the municipal water treatment facility and storage facilities; highly skilled work in charge of operating and maintaining a water treatment plant and water pumping stations; performs all other related work as required. Works to anticipate, meet and exceed customer service expectations in a positive and professional manner. Supervision Works under the general direction of the Chief Plant Operator. Performs highly responsible duties requiring independent judgment and initiative in planning and operating the city’s water treatment and storage facilities which includes 4 water storage tanks and 3 reservoirs and 4 pumping stations. Job Environment Work is performed under typical shop and field conditions, with exposure to various weather conditions and the hazardous conditions associated with construction sites. On call (24 hours/day) on a rotating basis; may be required to work beyond the normal hours of a regular workweek. At the water treatment plant, there are health hazards from chemicals and fumes, and electrical shock. Operates all water treatment and other related equipment, such as lab equipment, gasoline cut-off saw and leak listening devices, pneumatic, hand and power tools; operates light truck and automobile; operates computer and standard office equipment. Full duties, requirements, and benefits are in the original posting.