What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Operator - Trainee position at City of Livermore?
The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Water Resources Operator - Trainee. Please refer to the job announcement for more information.
DEFINITION
Under direct to general supervision, Water Resource Operators perform duties engaging in the operation, treatment, reclamation, and disposal of wastewater; operate a variety of equipment used in the continuous operation of a wastewater treatment plant and related facilities; and perform other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the trainee level class in the Water Resources Operator series that typically has little or no directly related work experience and works under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Water Resources Operator – Trainee class is distinguished from the Water Resources Operator – Grade I level by performance of basic tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series that do not require possession of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I certificate.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives direct supervision from one or more Water Resources Supervising Operators and the Water Resources Operations Manager; and receives lead direction from one or more Water Resources Senior Operators.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
Duties are performed based on appropriate licensure level and may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Operations Functions
Reads, records, interprets, and monitors meters, gauges and laboratory test results to assess system functions and determine processing requirements; extracts wastewater samples, performs laboratory tests, identifies the treatment adjustments, and operates direct and remote controls to implement treatment changes; manages the application of chemicals to treatment processes; records shift operations information in standard logs and checklists; troubleshoots situations and determines appropriate course of action; consults off-duty superiors as appropriate; handles emergency and urgent situations; inspects treatment plant, wells, pump stations, power generators and all related facilities and equipment to assure effective operations are maintained; identifies and assists in diagnosing existing and potential repair requirements; interpret computer, meter and gauge readings; check, standardize, and calibrate instruments, analyzers and chemical feed pumps; start and stop electric driven pumps and motors to control and adjust flow and treatment processes; performs routine scheduled preventative maintenance work on equipment; prepares maintenance and repair service requests and recommends changes to preventative maintenance schedules and actions; assists external contractors and internal repair crews locate, evaluate, adjust, maintain, and replace equipment, systems, and facilities; maintains and oversees the maintenance and proper housekeeping of all central and remote work places; may provide lead direction to operators on shift in the absence of a Lead or Supervising Operator, as needed; and performs routine maintenance work on facilities and grounds as needed.
Administrative Support Functions
Accurately maintains records and documentation, including shift log entries; reviews and initiates actions needed to respond or comply with memoranda and other instructions; receives service requests and complaints from service users and the public; investigates and takes actions needed to respond to service needs; prepares records of service calls and complaints and submits follow-up reports; prepares drafts and final copy of written procedures, instructions and other materials for use in shift operations; responds to utility service alerts on behalf of the system; monitors and maintains operating supply inventories; places orders to replenish supplies; receives and receipts materials and supply deliveries; records and submits administrative documentation on activity; reviews manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and other equipment and system documentation; identifies operating requirements; creates documentation needed for operations as necessary; responds to information requests and conducts operations tours for regulatory inspectors, members of the public, potential bidders on system projects, and City personnel; prepares and presents formal reports and recommendations as appropriate; participates in City committees; participates in teams engaged with process and customer service improvements and cross-training; and assists with the orientation and training of operations personnel.Demonstrated Knowledge of:
Basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles, including tools used in general repairs and adjustments to motors and pumps; arithmetic calculations; use of personal computers for entering and retrieving data; workplace safety practices; and general laboratory testing and analysis procedures.
Demonstrated Skills to:
On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment, identify and locate equipment, interpret work orders, remember equipment location, and explain job to others; utilize a variety of spreadsheet and database computer applications for interpretation and application to wastewater treatment plant operations; read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings; keep and maintain written records, logs, and reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective service attitude with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to:
Effectively apply the knowledge and skills necessary for this position; learn practices and procedures of operating a wastewater treatment plant, including related local, state, and federal regulations; learn to operate tractors, loaders, sewer jetters, remote television cameras, and other equipment used in maintaining and repairing wastewater treatment plant operations and related facilities; learn the division and departmental policies, procedures, terminology, regulatory codes, laws, and permit provisions; and provide continuous improvement in the areas of assigned responsibility.Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Experience: One year of experience in mechanical maintenance, laboratory procedures, underground construction, or the building trades or 6 months of experience in a water/wastewater treatment facility.
Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Certification: Possession of the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I Certificate prior to the completion of the probationary period.
Training: Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs, which are relevant to this job classification.
License: Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.
License: Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.
Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and scheduled and emergency overtime; be available on-call as required; work in adverse conditions such as in confined and awkward spaces, in heat, cold, rain and potentially hazardous areas; and attend classes and seminars during work and non-work hours, as required.
Special Requirements: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to drive vehicles and equipment; see fine detail, and read fine print and computer monitors; identify mechanical noises; converse on the telephone and in person over the noise of machinery; detect odors; climb at least 10 flights of stairs daily; bend, stoop, and stand for long periods of time; safely lift and maneuver equipment such as hoses, grates, and boards weighing up to 75 pounds; work at heights of up to 75 feet on outdoor catwalks and exterior walkways of large structures; by CALOSHA guidelines, withstand periods of physical exposure to the presence of fumes, odors, dust, and pollen without incapacitating adverse effect; safely wear self-contained breathing apparatus; and safely work in confined spaces.
Salary : $7,560 - $9,190
