Ground/Waste Water Operator

Qualifications

Description/Job Summary

Position requires a high school diploma or GED

Grade D certification in Ground Water and or Waste Water Treatment issued by the TCEQ preferred,

with the ability to obtain a C certification within 18 months of employment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of and experience with machinery and utility equipment; ability to work in mechanically oriented situations repairing equipment, lines, etc., and to follow instructions pertaining to their needs; ability to take and understand oral (and occasionally written) instructions; and ability to perform strenuous physical labor and to work under adverse weather conditions.

Knowledge of general maintenance and repair techniques for common tools and equipment used in general construction and maintenance work; and their basic safety precautions and procedures.

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned light equipment, power and hand tools.

Knowledge of safe handling techniques of hazardous chemicals and materials.

Knowledge of and ability to follow Company policies and procedures.

Skill in following oral and written communications and directions.

Skill in planning and organizing materials and supplies necessary to complete work orders or daily assignments.

Working knowledge of proper water works plumbing methods and techniques; working knowledge of light and some heavy equipment operating principles, practices and procedures; working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to the Water/Wastewater Department.

Skill in the operation of a variety of light and some heavy equipment; skill in operating a variety of hand tools.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to perform tasks effectively and efficiently.

Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.

Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons at all levels of activity, contributing to a strong spirit of teamwork.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Daily physical labor that includes extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, entering enclosed spaces, climbing ladders, lifting heavy equipment, operating other equipment and other similar physically exerting activities on a daily basis.

Must have and maintain a valid drivers" license.

Regular attendance and reliability are critical to Company Utility operations.

Responsibilities

Reports to: Utility Assistant Manager and Senior Lead.

Directs: Does not supervise any employees.

Other: Has contact with other employees.

Under general supervision, will operate, monitor, maintain, and trouble-shoot the wastewater treatment and ground water facility and its processes.

Work involves responsibility for the technical aspects of plant operations, compliance with state and federal operating regulations, and underground sewer system.

Work is performed with considerable independence and minimal supervision.

Checks chemical levels at regular intervals.

Run routine laboratory tests to determine proper chemical treatment.

Collect water samples.

Check operation of equipment in plant and make repairs or reports of defects.

Backwash filters at regular intervals to ensure proper flow and drain sludge from bottom of basins as needed.

Maintains plant records.

Cleans and maintains facilities and grounds.

May assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, or annual reports to State and Federal agencies.

Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of Company water/wastewater utilities to include water pipes, water pumps and water main systems.

Answers emergency calls from Company taking appropriate action such as repairs to water/wastewater system.

Completes reports on daily work assignments and activities as required.

Organizes tools, equipment and supplies necessary to complete assignments.

Inspects, cleans and maintains equipment and tools in safe operating order.

Performs routine inspections of assigned areas to detect any necessary repairs or hazardous conditions.

Maintains safety regulations including wearing appropriate clothing, erecting proper barricades and signage and using proper equipment and tools.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.

The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.

The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.

May be subject to repetitive motion and heavy manual labor such as painting, digging, repairing water/sewer lines, transporting, delivering and picking up debris, or other required equipment.