What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Plant Operator position at Craven County?
Performs routine daily operations of and maintenance to the water treatment and distribution system, buildings, grounds and equipment for the Craven County Water Department.
- Maintain chemical and supply stocks, equipment and tools.
- Reads and interprets blue prints, engineering reports and technical manuals.
- Read meters and perform customer service.
- Collects samples, takes and records flow readings and makes appropriate adjustments to flow and chemical compositions, as needed.
- Changes and repairs equipment, filters, pumps, motors and related equipment.
- Implements and maintains safety procedures at work sites.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and minimum two years experience in general maintenance of water treatment and distribution systems.
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
- Must be certified (or obtain within 18 months of hire) by the State of North Carolina as a minimum C-Well Water Treatment Facility Operator.
- Must hold (or obtain within 18 months of hire) a minimum of a C-Distribution Certification within 18 months of hire.
Work is performed both in and outside in varying weather conditions.
Requires work on holidays, weekends and on call rotation.
Water Plant Operators may be called upon during emergency situations to be stationed at the Water Treatment Plant to ensure the continuous operation. This position is deemed to be “essential personnel”.Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and water/wastewater treatment plant equipment including: pH meters, bio screens, samplers, computers, calculators, pumps, hand tools, etc. Must be able to maneuver large pipes, valve equipment and other materials associated with water/wastewater distribution equipment. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The worker stands most of the time, the job is rated for Medium to Heavy Work.