Water Plant Maintenance Operator

SUMMARY/PURPOSE

To assist the Water System Maintenance Foreperson with maintenance and repair of the Water Treatment Plant and pump stations and operate when necessary, including times of vacancies, illness, and emergencies. This position is to provide a continuity/redundancy in the maintenance and operations Treatment Plant Operations and Systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The supervisor makes assignments by defining objectives, priorities, and deadlines and assists incumbents with unusual situations which do not have clear precedents. Incumbents plan and carry out the successive steps and handle problems and deviations in the work assignment in accordance with instructions, policies, previous training, or accepted practices in the occupation.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Does not have direct supervisory responsibility but does have significant oversight of employees or projects that require delegation and direction over the work of others.

1. Perform routine inspections of Treatment Plant, Pump House, and Stations.

2. Perform maintenance and repairs of water supply and treatment equipment, coordinate treatment and water supply operations with all staff.

3. Perform and schedule required and seasonal preventative maintenance activities for the water treatment plant, plant support equipment, and municipal water stations.

4. Perform EPA inspections at the treatment facility, including weekly, monthly and annual forms to be sent to the EPA.

5. Assist with lab activities/samples (lead, copper, bacteria, jar tests, labs, etc.) as determined by Water Quality Compliance Officer/Supervisor.

6. Perform inspections of towers, reservoirs, stations, and other water system equipment, functions, and operations.

7. Assist in chlorine cylinder changing and standby.

8. Operate a minimum of one day each week or as needed, according to the senior operator job description.

9. Assist in the inspection, greasing, and changing of any belts for HVAC and exhaust fans on roof.

10. Grease all pumps, motors, gears, and fans as directed.

11. Perform daily, weekly, monthly inspections around the Treatment Plant and system.

12. Learn Basic Treatment Plant Operations and Procedures.

13. Perform basic Preventative Maintenance on the HVAC system including inspections, filters, and various settings for winter and summer months.

14. Troubleshoot and correct abnormal operating conditions in emergencies, and make split-second decisions without supervision in mechanical process, instrumentation, electrical, and equipment, and call out appropriate personnel to repair.

15. Coordinate repairs to plant, system, station, reservoirs, startup/shutdowns with other services and contractors.

16. Review Operation & Maintenance manuals and assist in the performance of all recommended maintenance.

17. Communicate with others, orally and in writing in a respectful, appropriate manner.

18. Assist with the delivery of hazardous chemicals received at the treatment facility.

19. Be available in emergency situations, shift substitutions, and to assist in operations of treatment plant or system.

20. Document all work performed using appropriate work order system.

21. Assist in maintaining and repairing water treatment equipment as assigned.

22. Work with the Water Quality Compliance Officer with sampling as needed.

23. Work with the Water System Maintenance Foreperson with maintenance and repair as needed.

24. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.

25. Other duties may be assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

A. 3-5 years of verifiable experience operating and performing maintenance at a certified Class C Water Treatment Facility or higher.

B. Ability to operate the Water Treatment Plant.

C. Associate Degree in Water Resource Technology with maintenance program certification or experience/training in pumps, heating/ventilating/air conditioning.

License Requirements

A. Minimum possession of a Minnesota Class "A" or "B" Water Supply System Operator's Certificate or higher.

B. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or privilege.

C. Obtain a Minnesota Special Boiler Operator's License within six (6) months of appointment and maintain thereafter.

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.