Water Treatment Plant Operator Ii

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and

• Water Treatment Plant experience; and

• Knowledge of Ohio EPA Rules (Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3745); or

• Any combination of education, experience and/or training equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications.

LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Driver’s License; and

• Plant Operator II – Ohio EPA Class II Water Supply license, lab certifications.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive: motor vehicles; personal computer, printers, fax machine, telephone, copier, mobile devices, and other standard business office equipment; backhoe; dolly/hand truck; portable pumps; chemical feed and lab equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee has exposure to Water Treatment and lab analysis chemicals, including but not limited to, chlorine gas, caustic soda, fluoride, sodium thiosulfate, and phosphate; exposure to loud noises, pumps, motors, and heavy equipment; exposure to weather conditions, rain, snow, wind, and sun. Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: (for purposes of 42 USC 12101)

• 80% Plant Operation: Controlling and monitoring flow of water through the plant, from the wells to the high service pumps; controlling and monitoring chemical feed equipment and in-line analyzers; monitoring of SCADA plant assets and distribution system; maintenance of all plant equipment; general housekeeping of plant and grounds.

• 15% Sampling and Laboratory Analysis: Routine daily plant and distribution sampling and lab testing to ensure compliance with water quality parameters; routine and special bacteriological sampling and testing; regulatory-required sampling.

• 5% Reporting: Maintenance of daily Operator Log Book and operations log; recording of bench sheets and sampling logs; preparation and submittal of MORs.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS:

• Knowledge of: Water treatment principles and operations; well construction and function; pump and motor types and operations; Water Treatment chemistry and analysis; Ohio EPA rules, including operator certification and renewal requirements; proper sampling procedures.

• Skill in: Use of Treatment Plant, laboratory, and office equipment.

• Ability to: Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; understand, interpret and apply policies, rules, or regulations to specific situations; perform common Water Treatment mathematics; complete routine forms; compile and prepare reports; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or supervisors; communicate effectively; exercise independent judgment; develop and maintain effective working relationships; perform heavy work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.85 - $33.02 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call

License/Certification:

• Ohio EPA Class II Water Supply license (Required)

Work Location: In person