Water Operator III

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Summary

Responsible for operating, monitoring, controlling, testing, and troubleshooting water supply, treatment plant, distribution system and storage facilities. Work under the direct supervision of a lead operator or supervisor. Must be available to work flexible hours at 24-hour facility to include weekends and holidays.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Maintains knowledge and skills for the essential operations of the water treatment plant and facilities, including both conventional and membrane treatment, in accordance with State and Federal regulations

Operates and monitors treatment process using Supervisory Controller & Data Acquisition (SCADA); adjusts chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permits

Trains Operator I/II and be able to cover those shifts as needed

Solves complex operating problems

Performs laboratory duties, maintains instruments, monitors quality control, collects samples, conducts analyses, and prepares samples for transport

Recommends process control adjustments to ensure optimum treatment and maintenance efforts, forwards to immediate supervisor

Enters sample analysis into daily log and ensures accuracy of all records/reports on their shift

Meets daily with the Lead Operator to report performance of the entire system

Provides plant status update to on-coming operator team; accepts plant status update to the preceding operator team

Responds to public complaints or concerns

Assists with TCEQ inspections, construction, and maintenance projects

Works in confined space and works around hazardous chemicals

Operates heavy equipment for facility maintenance including lift and boom trucks

Assists with sludge removal, transferring and disposal

Performs preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks; cleans and services all areas throughout the plant

Calibrates and performs maintenance on mechanical, analytical, instrumentation and telemetry equipment

Orders treatment and testing chemicals, and parts, materials, and supplies

Develops the knowledge and ability to solve problems under normal and stressful conditions

Attends TWUA monthly trainings

Maintains certification and completes continuing educations training courses

Follows the city policies, procedures and safety guidelines pertaining to the work area and equipment

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Class "B" Surface Water certification from TCEQ

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.