Water Production Operator I-III ( Water Rec- Pretreatment Ops)

Job Posting

Employer: City of Denton

Salary: $16.43 - $24.97 Hourly

Location: Denton, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Water Administration

Closing Date: Continuous

Essential Functions

Water Production Operator I - $16.43 - $23.41 Hourly

• Collects and performs Water Quality Tests
• Performs calculations for chemical additions; fills and adjusts chemical feeder
• Performs custodial duties, such as sweep, mop, etc.
• Troubleshoots equipment and process control problems
• Assists Operator with maintaining SCADA to ensure proper water levels and system pressures
• Assists Operator with minor maintenance of feed pumps, instrumentation, etc.
• Drains sludge and backwashes filters

Water Production Operator II - $19.88 - $28.33 Hourly

• Gathers and performs Water Quality Tests
• Maintains proper water levels in storage tanks
• Troubleshoots equipment and process control problems
• Performs minor maintenance
• Prepares chemical solutions and calibrates process instruments
• Performs calculations for chemical additions
• Records hourly meter readings and backwashes filters
• Fills and adjusts chemical feeders
• Performs jar tests
• Maintains process control balance to maintain quality and regulatory compliance

Water Production Operator III- $21.87 - $31.16 Hourly

• Collect and perform Water Quality Tests.
• Maintains proper water levels in storage tanks.
• Troubleshoots equipment and process control problems.
• Performs maintenance.
• Prepares chemical solutions and calibrates process instruments.
• Records meter readings fill and adjusts chemical feeders.
• Performs jar tests and sets chemical dosages.
• Backwash filters and drains sludge valves.
• Maintains process control balance to maintain quality and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the review and updating of the Standard Operating Procedure Manual annually.

Additional Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Water Production Operator I

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Water Production Operator II

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Grade "C" Surface Water Certification issued from TNRCC or TCEQ
• Two years' experience working as an operator in a Water Treatment Plant

Water Production Operator III

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Grade "B" Surface Water Certification issued from TNRCC or TCEQ
• Four years' experience working as an operator in a 15 MGD or greater Water Treatment Plant

OR

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Core Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Ability to work rotating shifts

Conditions of Employment

Water Production Operator I

• Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license within 30 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• TCEQ Grade "D" Water License obtained within six months of employment
• TCEQ Grade "C" Water License obtained within three years of employment

Water Production Operator II

• Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license within 30 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• Obtain Grade "B" Surface Water Certification within 3 years of employment as Operator II

Water Production Operator III

• Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license within 30 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• Must be able to work overtime when requested and work rotating shifts
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and capable of lifting up to 80 pounds.
• Grade "B" Surface Water Certification issued from TNRCC or TCEQ

Preferences:

Preference will be given to candidates with Water Treatment experience and TCEQ certification