JOB
Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine and skilled work in the operation of a Water and Wastewater (W/W) treatment plant and related infrastructure systems, according to job specifications and technical codes.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Monitors, operates, maintains, and repairs water production, pumping, treatment, storage, transmission, and distribution systems and facilities.
Monitors and records data from various instrumentation and equipment to ensure proper biological and chemical treatment and flow rates of the City’s water and wastewater (W/W) systems.
Monitors W/W facilities and equipment; checks and adjusts valves, meters, gauges, and other related equipment; maintains proper chlorine residuals and monitors turbidity.
Inspects, maintains, and repairs machinery, controls, and equipment.
Inspects, maintains, cleans, repairs, and replaces water valves, lines, and connections; performs plumbing and mechanical maintenance tasks, and minor sewer and drainage repairs.
Records readings of gauges, meters, and charts; services, cleans and repairs W/W components.
Collects and analyzes W/W samples, including water quality, chemical and solids levels.
Maintains daily logs and records for regulatory compliance; maintains records and logs of services performed and general system information.
Executes blue stake requests for utility location markings.
Reports maintenance needs and deficiencies to supervisor.
Assures that safety rules and regulations are followed; utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles and processes of W/W treatment, and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality water safety standards.
Knowledge of servicing requirements of W/W plant machinery and equipment.
Knowledge of Federal, EPA and state W/W regulations and codes.
Knowledge of the functions and servicing requirements of W/W plant machinery and equipment, including SCADA systems.
Knowledge of hand tools and testing equipment utilized in W/W repair and maintenance.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Skill in performing a variety of W/W treatment plant operation activities.
Skill in reading and interpreting gauges and recording devices.
Skill in reading technical documents and schematics.
Skill in performing and interpreting basic laboratory tests.
Skill in operating and maintaining tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Skill in the use of power and hand tools.
Skill in following verbal and written instructions.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND one (1) year of W/W maintenance and repair work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Water Operator’s certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is required within one year of hire date; additional specific technical training or certifications may be required; shall have or obtain (within 6 months of hire) a valid State of Arizona Class B Commercial driver’s license.
Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and W/W facilities.