General Purpose

Performs a variety of journey and apprentice level labor and maintenance duties to operate and maintain the City's Water Reclamation Facility.

Reporting Relationships

Supervision Received: The WRF Worker II works under the general supervision of the Public Utilities Director.

Supervision Exercised: N/A

Essential Functions

• Takes readings and records all gauges, meters and indicators of sewage, water, gas, and power flow, and makes the required adjustments to ensure that each stage of the process is functioning properly.
• Performs water sampling as required by discharge permit, EPA, State Health, and Division of Water Quality; conducts necessary on-site tests; coordinates necessary off-site tests.
• Maintains daily records relating to influent volume, recirculation, temperature of sludge, etc., for future reference and to meet Federal and state requirements.
• Makes routine and general repairs or adjustments to equipment or circuits when required; operates chemical feeding equipment and various manual equipment such as pumps, blowers, and air compressors; assists in performing necessary work to keep structures, equipment, buildings, and grounds neat and clean in appearance.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment; portrays a positive public image and works with the public and other employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned by the Public Utilities Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent, and
• One (1) year of experience in the use and maintenance of water and sewer facilities including engines, pumps, motors and other machinery and mechanical equipment, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the general operation of water reclamation facility; working knowledge of the construction and operation of various water reclamation facility equipment; working knowledge of the lubrication and repair of engines, pumps, motors, and other machinery and of the basic principles of mechanical operation.
• Ability to perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish working relationships with other employees and the public.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The WRF Worker II works in variable weather and physical conditions. The WRF Worker II may work in variable and hazardous traffic conditions wearing appropriate safety equipment. The WRF Worker II is regularly exposed to human waste, chemicals normally used in the operation of a water reclamation facility, and other potentially hazardous substances. Tasks may involve muscular strain, including walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting. Talking, hearing, and seeing are necessary to perform the most essential duties. Common eye, hand and finger dexterity is required for most essential functions.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application; interview with hiring authority. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.