Pump Station Operator

Incumbents in this position are part of a 3 member crew responsible for assisting in the maintenance and operation of sewer pump stations. This position is assigned to pay grade G13.

• Maintains sewer pump and lift stations; conducts inspections.
• Documents operational events, regular maintenance events, and performs data collection for the purposes of improving performance.
• Prevents breakdowns in system operations.
• Takes HR meter readings at pump stations weekly and records run time.
• Uses the Maximo system to complete work orders.
• Maintains pump and lift station grounds, paints, landscaping, housekeeping, etc.
• Cleans and removes grease build up on floats.
• Performs basic landscaping around the pump station.
• Records HR meter readings on generator and exercises generator monthly for one hour minimum.
• Responds to emergency or disaster situations.
• Cleans wet wells debris.
• Cleans baskets with crew assistance.
• Performs inventory/property management.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6 months of pump station work experience or any related Utility work.
• NC Grade 1 Collections System Operator certification or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire date is required.
• NC Grade 2 Collections System Operator preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid State of North Carolina driver's license.
• Must be detailed orientated.
• This position may have the opportunity to be placed on an On-Call rotation that requires a response within 30 minutes of notification.

Other Essential Job Specifications
YES NO Use interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers.
X
Comprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.
X
Performs numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.
X
Performs complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols.

X Requires travel between CFPUA sites. X
Use or repair small/light equipment (power tools). X
Use or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers). X
Use or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants). X
Physical Requirements None: 0 hours or 0% of scheduled shiftSome: Up to 2 hours or 20% of scheduled shiftFrequent: 2 to 5 hours or 20% to 60% of scheduled shiftVery Frequent: More than 5 hours or 60% to 100% of scheduled shift
NONE SOME FREQUENT VERY FREQUENT Minimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment.

X

Same as above with the addition of standing/sitting/walking for lengthy periods of time. May involve light physical exertion due to pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds.

X
Physical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported. May require occasional bending, squatting, and reaching.

X
Sustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.

X
Physical exertion throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting varying weights up to 50 pounds, and more than 50 pounds with assistance. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.

X