What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment Plant Operator I position at City of Sand Springs?
Swing Shift: Saturday (8 AM to 4 PM); Sunday-Monday (off); Tues-Wed (12 AM to 8 AM); Thurs-Fri (4 PM to 12 AM)
Job Summary:
Responsible for the safe operation of the Water Treatment Plant, providing biologically and chemically safe water for human consumption.
Major Responsibilities:
- Operates equipment to purify and clarify water for human consumption, industrial use, and fire protection.
- Collects representative water samples from the plant and performs chemical, physical, and bacteriological tests to assure water quality; submits samples for testing as required.
- Determines and adds specified amounts of chemicals, such as chlorine, to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water.
- Calibrates equipment and adjusts chemical feeders for optimal treated water output.
- Monitors computers, charts, dials, pumps, chemical feeders, laboratory equipment, meters, and gauges to determine status of various plant functions.
- Reads and records chemical usage; fills chemical feeders; mixes chemicals; changes reagents.
- Maintains filing system of operations and maintenance reports.
- Checks motors and pumps for excessive noise and temperatures.
- Ensures water treatment plant is safe and secure.
- Performs plant maintenance, grounds keeping, and housekeeping duties.
- Adjusts output to meet demands.
- Removes sludge from settling basin.
- Available to be reached during off hours in the event of an emergency.
- Available for shift work as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments as required.
Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge:
- High school graduate or GED
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations
- Possession of a valid Class D Driver's License issued by the State of Oklahoma
- Class “D” ODEQ Waterworks Operator certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Knowledge of relevant city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies
- Knowledge of state and federal environmental and water treatment plant regulations
- Knowledge of biological, chemical, and mechanical principles of a water treatment plant
- Knowledge of proper safety procedures related to plant operations and grounds maintenance
- Skill in the laboratory analysis of water samples
- Skill in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a water treatment plant
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Ability to be reached during off hours in the event of an emergency
Competitive Benefits Package
- 11 paid holidays per year
- 10 paid sick leave days per year
- 10 paid vacation leave days per year (increases with years of service – up to 20 days)
- 2 fitness facilities for employees
- Pension plan
- Longevity Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Basic Life & AD&D
- Employee-Only Dental (Employer pays a portion of Dental Family)
- 3 Healthcare Plans - Employer pays 75% of the base plan premium or the base plan equivalent for the other tiers
- Case Community Center membership
- Discounted fishing pass at Shell Lake
- Discounted golf at Canyons at Blackjack Ridge
- Utility discount for employees who live within the Sand Springs water district.
- Additional voluntary insurance options available; see our benefits page https://www.sandspringsok.gov/158/Human-Resources-Employment