Water Distribution Operator II Vacancy Extended
Water Distribution Operator II Vacancy Extended
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Job Description
Definition
The Water Distribution Operator II will oversee Control Center Water Distribution Operations which includes supervising staff who operate the Division of Waters water storage tanks and pumping stations via SCADA interface. The position will also coordinate with field maintenance staff for our storage tank washing initiatives pumping maintenance and communications to minimize interruptions in the system. They will monitor pumping in the distribution from our Water Treatment Plants (WTPs) and will coordinate with the WTPs to maintain system pressures and levels. The position will be responsible for maintaining critical customer lists and serve as incident command while making sure we are following the Divisions emergency response protocols and plans.
Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at direction is responsible for supervising and participating in the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system via a computerized interface; performs related duties as required.
Examples of Work
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.
Trains and supervises operators in the use of a computerized Supervisory Control and DataAcquisition (SCADA) system work and safety procedures equipment usage and operating procedures;
Assignswork based on priority and complexity of work;
Completes performance appraisals authorizes leaves and handles firstline disciplinary action for subordinates;
Follows emergency protocols for equipment failure and/or other operating problems;
Monitors overall operations of water distribution system including setting control set points;
Monitors and manages data for water distribution operations such as reservoir water elevation power consumption and equipment operation;
Coordinates with water plant management regarding water supply levels pressures and flows to ensure coverage of the water distribution system;
Assists with annual budget request for the water control center;
Reviews and approves water distribution operations reports and/or prepares specialized reports for management;
Gathers bids completes encumbrances and requisitions supplies and equipment needed in the water control center;
Maintains the software for the main computer and several remote computers of the water control system; makes program changes and develops new programs to improve or enhance the operability of the water distribution system as needed;
Sets control points for the automatic operation of the water distribution control center;
Attends conferences seminars or continuing education classes to maintain current certifications/licenses and keep abreast of innovations and changes in the field of water distribution;
Coordinates with other municipalities emergency personnel and large corporations on the status of water distribution services during emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) State of Ohio Water Distribution II or an EPA State of Ohio Water Supply II III or IV operator certificate and two 2 years of experience in the operation of a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
Possession of a validdriverslicense.
Test/Job Contact Information
Recruitment #: 253865V1
Employment Type: FullTime (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy please contact:
Alisha Ardolino
Department of Public Utilities
Division of Water
910 Dublin Rd.
Columbus Ohio 43215
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The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Full-Time
