Water Treatment Operator I, II, III, IV, Operator

Non-Exempt Grade 4 to Grade 8 POSITION OVERVIEW Performs a variety of duties related to the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater plants in accordance with State and Federal water quality regulations. Pay is based on licensure level. Operator position(s) duties include, but are not limited to: Duties and responsibilities vary depending upon licensure level held as defined by the Superintendents and Director of Public Utilities. The Operator position assists Operators IV – I in the overall plant operations as defined per job functions. • Engages in the safe and compliant operation, and monitoring, of the Town's water and wastewater treatment facilities, and distribution and collection systems. • Follows Standard Operating Procedures and regulatory requirements for operating water and wastewater treatment systems. • Collects regulatory samples and maintains plant records and audit documentation. • Maintains appropriate inventories of chemicals, operator supplies and personal protective equipment. • Performs a variety of preventive maintenance tasks associated with operating water and sewer treatment systems and associated collection and distribution systems. • Reads meters, gauges, and dials; records statistical data; maintains logs of readings. Full duties, requirements, and benefits are in the original posting.