Water Treatment Plant Operator I or II
Water Treatment Plant Operator I or II
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05-04-2025
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Purpose & Job Related Requirements
REPORTS TO:Water Treatment Plant Operator Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: NonExemptCLASSIFICATION:Personnel System; Requires satisfactory completion of a twelve month probationary period.PAY GRADE: Operator I 111 $38383; Operator II 112 $40302SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes; Subject to random drug testing per the AthensClarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.Purpose of JobThe purpose of this job is to perform general/technical work functions associated with operating the water treatmentplant and to ensure a continuous adequate supply of potable drinking water meeting federal/state regulations. Dutiesand responsibilities include but are not limited to: analyzing and treating water; mixing chemicals; performinglaboratory tests; operating various pumps and valves; repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment;maintaining records; and performing additional tasks as assigned.Job Related Requirements
WORK SCHEDULE: Sunday Saturday 40 hours per week. Shifts rotate every eight weeks. Holidays and weekends per shift schedule and subject to call back 24 hours a day seven days a week.May be required to work on religious holidays.Regular and predictable attendance is required.Must work cooperatively with others.When requirements include vehicle operation responsible for the safety readiness and operation of the vehicle andmust abide by ACCs safe driving policy.Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
- Water Treatment Operator I $38383High school diploma or equivalent required; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this position.Must possess a valid drivers license.Must possess or have the ability to obtain state certified Class III license for water treatment as required within 12 months of date of hire.One year of experience in water treatment systems maintenance or operations preferred.
Water Treatment Operator II $40302
High school diploma or equivalent required; with two years of experience in water treatment systems maintenance or operationsor any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this position.Must possess a valid drivers license.
Must possess a state certified Class II license for water treatment. Essential Duties Responsibilities
- The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or allinclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Controls treatment plant processes and equipment to purify and clarify water for human consumption and forindustrial and commercial use.Uses SCADA to monitor the plant process and equipment.Operates and controls various pumps and valves to regulate the flow of water through the treatment plant anddistribution system.Operates high service pumps to control pressures and tank levels in distribution system.Operates and maintains dual media filters.Performs a variety of laboratory tests to determine the chemical composition of water and to ensure compliance withfederal and state regulations for turbidity chlorine fluoride pH iron and manganese; makes adjustments asnecessary.Performs bacteriological tests.Performs pH chlorine fluoride iron manganese turbidity and other tests to control quality.Monitors and controls the addition of chemicals to the water supply.Mixes chemicals.Changes chemical containers.Monitors and maintains proper levels for all chemical tanks and containers.Performs inspections of plant operations for safety maintenance and proper process operations.Repairs and maintains machines equipment pumps and electrical equipment.Helps train newly hired operators; reviews work to ensure compliance with standards.Maintains log of various data including daily inventory log of chemicals used in treatment process.Records plant operation data from observations instrumentation and laboratory tests; records test results forreporting to state agency as appropriate.Prepares and/or receives various forms reports or other documents processes and forwards as appropriate.Responds to calls from the public concerning water system problems and sewer complaints.Responds to routine requests for information from officials employees and members of the staff the public or otherindividuals.Answers the telephone; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriatepersonnel; returns calls as necessary.Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the policies procedures and activities of the Public Utilities Department as they pertain to theperformance of duties relating to the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator.Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures and of other procedures and methods as required in theperformance of duties.Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations concerning safe drinking water.Knowledge of water system operations of water treatment plant operations and of the handling and application ofchemicals necessary to maintain a safe water supply.Knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety procedures.Skill in basic math and chemistry and in oral and written communication.Skill in water plant operation and in the use of maintenance equipment and water analysis equipment.Skill in operating various machinery and equipment including a computer telephone pumps streaming currentdetector particle counter chemical feed equipment bacteriological testing equipment mechanic tools power toolsplumbing tools hand tools etc.Skill in utilizing various software programs relevant to the position.Ability to compile organize prepare and maintain an assortment of records reports and information in an effectivemanner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.Ability to use independent judgment in routine and nonroutine situations.Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of dailyassignments.Ability to plan organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.
Supplemental Information
- (ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIREDTO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipmentincluding a computer telephone pumps streaming current detector particle counter chemical feed equipmentbacteriological testing equipment mechanic tools power tools plumbing tools hand tools etc. Must be able to use body members to work move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping kneeling crouchingreaching standing walking pushing pulling lifting fingering grasping feeling talking hearing seeing andrepetitive motion. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of medium work.DATA CONCEPTION:Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional structuralor compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data people or things.INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:Requires the ability to hear speak and/or signal people to convey orexchange information. Includes giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from coworkers assistants orsupervisors.LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of manuals informational documentation directionsinstructions methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare logs reports forms etc. using prescribedformats and conforming to all rules of punctuation grammar diction and style. Requires the ability to speak topeople with poise voice control and confidence.INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; toacquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independentjudgment in the absence of management.VERBAL APTITUDE:Requires the ability to record and deliver information to explain procedures and to followoral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrativetechnical or professional languages including water treatment/systems and mechanical terminology.NUMERICAL APTITUDE:Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiplyand divide; determine percentages; interpret graphs; compute discount interest profit/loss ratio/proportion etc.;perform calculations involving variables formulas square roots and polynomials.FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length width and shape visuallywith a computer telephone pumps streaming current detector particle counter chemical feed equipmentbacteriological testing equipment mechanic tools power tools plumbing tools hand tools etc.MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands fingers and eyes accurately in usingequipment. Requires the ability to lift bend push pull manipulate equipment/tools and objects as the positionnecessitates.MANUAL DEXTERITY:Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as automated equipmentmachinery chemicals hand tools mechanic tools plumbing tools etc. Must have the ability to use one hand fortwisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have moderate levels ofeye/hand/foot coordination.COLOR DISCRIMINATION:Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receivinginstructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone and/or twoway radio.
ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process contact Leah Jagatic HR Coordinator Human Resourcesor .
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