Water Operator in Training

This position is responsible for the basic cleaning, painting, washing filters and cleaning basins, minor maintenance tasks, and grounds maintenance of water plants, tanks, intakes and wells.

This position is also recognized as the entry-level position that is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES



* Operate water pumping mechanisms to regulate the flow and pressure of water during assigned shifts to include:


* Operate pumps, valves, turbines, and electric motors to transfer, distribute, and regulate pressure flow of raw and processed water


* Monitor panel boards and adjusts controls to regulate flow and distribution of water


* Clean systems by backwashing at designated intervals


* Record reservoir water elevation, power consumption, and equipment utilization data at designated intervals


* Conduct water treatment activities to include:


* Add appropriate amounts of chemicals to raw water to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water at regular intervals


* Regulate flow of pre-treated water through sedimentation and filter devices


* Add appropriate amounts of chemicals into water for post-treatment


* Record chemical composition of raw and treated water at designated intervals


* Maintain, clean and stock materials on trucks and equipment.

Housekeeping duties to include: Cutting grass, cleaning tanks, sweeping & mopping floors, cleaning equipment and various other duties to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the facility


* Calibrate all meters that they will be required to utilize through the course of the shift


* Collect samples and performs various tests such as pH and CL2 residual; analyzes results and makes process control changes based as instructed by their immediate supervisor


* Document readings, test results, equipment adjustments and enter data into a computer database and on paper for record maintenance and to produce periodic and special reports


* Monitor and observe treatment process for offensive matter; inspects equipment and monitors operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect problems


* Transfer various chemicals from one container to the other.

Make chemical feed adjustments as necessary


* Change chlorine cylinders and checks for leaks.

Also, adjust feed rate as required.

Transport, handle and mix chemicals manually as required.


* Attend safety classes, reinforce and comply with company safety policies

QUALIFICATIONS

Prefer high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training in chemistry, or a closely related field.

Water treatment operations experience and minimum certifications preferred.

Must have a valid state driver's license and meet minimum driving standards.

Knowledge of:



* Techniques, principles and practices of professional water plant/ well operations and laboratory analysis


* Water treatment flow schemes


* Safety...