Water Treatment Plant Operator / Trainee

Water Treatment Operator TraineeAssists with performing various tests and operating and maintaining various plant equipment associated with the treatment of raw surface water for general consumption.Starting Pay for Operator Trainee: $17.43 per hourStarting Pay for Operator I: $19.21 per hour (already has Class C Surface Water Certificate)Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Trainee include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Assists with treating raw lake water for general consumption, including operating SCADA computer system and performing various chemical tests throughout each day to determine water pH levels, chlorine levels, ammonia levels, and levels of various chemicals in the water;Assists with checking and maintaining water levels in the water storage facilities, including checking flow rates;Assists with monitoring flow rate through plant to determine water usage;Assists with operating and maintaining various plant equipment;Assists with monitoring clarifiers for accuracy and speed, as well as blanket and chemical levels; andPerforms mowing and grounds maintenance at plant.This position has varied shifts; including evenings, weekends and holidays.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis is a non-supervisory position.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school graduation or its equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Knowledge OfStandard office practices and procedures.Skill/Ability ToEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public; communicate effectively; and read and understand manuals, policies, and other documents; operate, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsValid Texas Driver's License. Obtain Class D Water license within 120 days of hire; obtain Class C Surface Water Treatment certification within 3 years of hire.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity, work with tools and equipment, perform repetitive motions, perform work involving the entire body, stand, and walk and balance on all types of surfaces. The employee is required to bend from the waist, crouch or squat, kneel, sit, crawl, climb, twist, and reach with arms and hands. The employee is required perform job duties from various heights, lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, such as materials and equipment, and must carry, push, and pull materials. The employee must be able to see clearly, with or without vision correction, in close situations, at a distance, and peripherally, and be able to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment requires that the employee exercise caution at all times and adhere to safety standards to avoid the risk of personal injury. The employee is exposed to outdoor elements, loud noises, vibrations, and respiratory hazards such as dust, gases, chemicals, and bacteria. The employee may be required to work in confined spaces around gas, water, and sewer lines. The work environment is noisy and distracting.All offers of employment shall be made contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment background and other screenings, as determined by the City of Brenham. Depending on the requirements of the position, the following background and pre-employment screening(s) may be conducted:Criminal BackgroundDriver's License HistoryDrug ScreeningPhysicalRespirator Medical EvaluationSkills Testing for Required Skills/Job DutiesEmployment VerificationReference ChecksPublic Safety Background InvestigationVerification of Education