Water Treatment Operator

Water Treatment Operator PositionsThis skilled, technical position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of a Water Treatment Plant facility with the primary responsibility being maintaining compliance with the requirements by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), City of Frederick and the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Our Water Treatment Plants operate 24-hours a day, 365-days a year with eight-hour shifts that may vary. Shifts include night, weekend and holiday work schedules. The person in this position must be able to regularly work beyond the scheduled work shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to travel to various seminars or training classes as required; staying current in the water treatment profession. The person in this position is considered essential personnel and will be required to respond to emergencies as directed by the Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent.WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR I $24.11per hourEssential Duties And Responsibilities:Performs regular walking inspections of the facility and observes Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), monitors water plant performances, distribution tanks and pump stations, control panels and adjust valves, pumps and chemical settings manually or by remote control to regulate the flows and treatment processes under direct supervision.Maintains log of operations and records meter readings, gauge readings and laboratory test results in written form or via computer: handwriting must be legible.Collects water samples and conducts and interprets routine laboratory tests, which include, but are not limited to: Chlorine Residual, pH and Dissolved Oxygen, Turbidity with direct supervision.Performs plant standard operating procedures with direct supervision.Ensures plant equipment and facilities are well maintained, reliable and clean.Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.Adjusts chemical dosing and pump rates with direct supervision.Receives and unloads chemicals.Applies copper sulfate to bodies of water.Drains and cleans out sedimentation basins.Attends classes and completes courses to maintain water license.Performs assigned janitorial duties.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications:High school education, general education diploma (GED) or equivalent.Required Certificates And/Or Licenses:Vehicle Operator's license with satisfactory driving record that meets insurability standards of the City's insurance carrier is required. The employee must maintain the license for the duration of their employment.Ability to obtain an Operator In Training Water Treatment Class 4 (T-4) certificate issued by the Maryland Board of Water Works and Waste Systems Operators within 45 days of hire. The employee must maintain the certification for the duration of their employment.Required Skills:Effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to read and maintain clear concise records, and the ability to follow spoken and written instructions.Self-motivated, capable of taking initiative.Ability to work under stress from various changing water quality and plant performance conditions.Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of operating the facilities and associated processes in accordance with state and federal water quality regulations.Knowledge of basic mathematics skills which include arithmetic functions, area calculations and estimation.Knowledge of basic computer software skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR II $25.91 per hourEssential Duties And Responsibilities:Performs all of the duties listed under Water Treatment Operator I with less constant supervision.Assists the Operator I's in meeting their goals and objectives.Determines the cause and course of action to properly respond to alarms occurring at the facility.Performs basic adjustments to the treatment process equipment with supervision.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications:High school education, general education diploma (GED) or equivalent.Six (6) months of related work experience at a Class 4 facility. A combination of relevant education, experience, and/or training may be substituted to meet this requirement.Required Certificates And/Or Licenses:Vehicle Operator's license with satisfactory driving record that meets insurability standards of the City's insurance carrier is required. The employee must maintain the license for the duration of their employment.Ability to obtain an Operator In Training for Water Treatment Class 4 (T-4) certificate issued by the Maryland Board of Water Works and Waste Systems Operators within 45 days of hire. The employee must maintain the certification for the duration of their employment.Required Skills:Effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to read and maintain clear concise records, and the ability to follow spoken and written instructions.Self-motivated, capable of taking initiative. Ability to work under stress from various changing water quality and plant performance conditions.Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of operating the facilities and associated processes in accordance with state and federal water quality regulations. Knowledge of basic mathematics skills which include arithmetic functions, area calculations and estimation.Intermediate knowledge of computers and their applications, especially skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SCADA applications such as Citect and PLC'sOther Desirables:Experience operating a Forklift.Experience conducting safety inspections.Hazardous chemical response training.Knowledge in the use of laboratory equipment and performing multiple Water Treatment laboratory testing.WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR III $27.86 per hourEssential Duties And Responsibilities:Performs all of the duties listed under Water Treatment Operator I and II with limited supervision.Assists the Operator I and II's in meeting their goals and objectives.Monitors, evaluates and maintains EPA, MDE and City regulatory compliance by reviewing daily operating reports, logs and SCADA trending data. Making necessary adjustments to the process and/or flow production.Performs basic adjustments to the treatment process equipment with supervision.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications:High school education, general education diploma (GED) or equivalent.Two (2) years of related work experience at a Class 4 facility. A combination of relevant education, experience, and/or training may be substituted to meet this requirement.Required Certificates And/Or Licenses:Vehicle Operator's license with satisfactory driving record that meets insurability standards of the City's insurance carrier is required. The employee must maintain the license for the duration of their employment.Ability to obtain an Operator In Training for Water Treatment Class 4 (T-4) certificate issued by the Maryland Board of Water Works and Waste Systems Operators within 45 days of hire. The employee must maintain the certification for the duration of their employment.Required Skills:Understanding of the Daily Operating Reports and MORs.Knowledge of City, Federal and State regulations and materials, methods, processes, and techniques commonly used in Water Treatment.Knowledge of safety standards and practices for hazardous environments, including OSHA safety rules, standards and regulations.Ability to communicate effectively in English and to carry out instruction furnished in oral, written or diagram form; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and to individuals.Intermediate knowledge of computers and their applications, especially Microsoft Office Suite at an intermediate level and SCADA applications such as Citect and PLC's.Ability to define problems, collect data, interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables, calculate figures, decimals, fractions, percentages, averages, conversions and solve for unknown values; must possess the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry such as linear, area and volume measurements; must be able to solve mathematical word problems and set up and solve difficult water treatment formulas.Knowledge and understanding of MDE and OSHA Regulations as well as the safe operating limits of equipment used in the operation of Water Treatment.