Water Operator - AL Grade IV license preferred

Water Operator II

This position is responsible for the treatment of drinking water at a municipal water treatment plant.

Responsibilities:


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


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


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


* Cleans systems by backwashing at designated intervals


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


* Conducts water treatment activities to include add appropriate amounts of chemicals to raw water to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water at regular intervals; regulates flow of pre-treated water through sedimentation and filter devices; adds appropriate amounts of chemicals into water for post treatment and operates agitators; records chemical composition of raw and treated water at designated intervals


* Maintains, cleans and stocks 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


* Calibrates all meters that will be used through the course of the shift


* Collects samples and performs various tests such as pH, D.O., and CL2 residual; analyzes results and makes process control changes based on these lab results and instruction from their immediate supervisor


* Documents readings, test results, equipment adjustments and enters data into a computer database for record maintenance and to produce periodic and special reports


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


* Transfers various chemicals from one container to the other.

Makes chemical feed adjustments as necessary


* Changes chlorine cylinders and checks for leaks.

Adjusts feed rate as required.

Transports, handles and mixes chemicals manually as required.


* Operates plant machines and equipment and injects chemicals to purify water


* Conducts laboratory tests of water and monitors plant controls


* Adjusts valves and gates and maintains well pump stations


* Attends safety classes, reinforces and complies with company safety policies

Qualifications:


* High School Diploma or GED; college degree in biology, chemistry, or environmental science


* Must have a valid GA driver's license


* Valid Water Operator License preferred or ability to obtain required certification as a Water Treatment Plant Operator within 12 months of hire date

Schedule:


* 12-hour shift, weekends and holidays may be required

Physical Demands



* • Must be able to frequen...