Water Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II - Foothills Utilities

Under basic supervision performs journeyman-level operational tasks in the operation and maintenance of the water or wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes.
This position works under the direction of the Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III and supervisory personnel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.
This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Maintains and operates plant equipment and processes related to water or wastewater treatment systems on an assigned shift.
Prioritizes activities between the different treatment facilities and systems, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery.
Performs inspection and maintenance of equipment and components in the operation of the water or wastewater treatment facilities; performs work in accordance with all quality standards, safety regulations and procedures; duties will vary according to job assignment and skill level.
Performs maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical equipment and components; performs maintenance procedures under immediate supervision, and learns to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, designs, schematics and sketches.
Oversees operation of assigned treatment facility to maintain day to day operation necessary to meet all required Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the production of potable water or the treatment of sanitary wastewater.
Understands treatment chemical protocols and their uses; including making chemical feed adjustments, how to unload, store and use various chemicals, i.
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sulfuric acid, caustic soda, and chlorine.
Samples and analyzes influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water and permeate to detect quality variations, interpret results, reading sheets, process test, computerized data and information trends to identify variations in flow and water quality and make appropriate changes.
Uses a variety of standard testing procedures to determine problems and any adjustments needed in the treatment process.
Cleans and maintains plant work areas, tools, and equipment; collects samples as directed.
Assists senior-level technicians and mechanics in resolving operational problems.
Supports the relationship between the Utility and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and staff; promotes the Utility's goals and priorities, vision, values and complies with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training and Experience Guidelines High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND a two years of work experience in the water or wastewater treatment field.
Knowledge of: Utility policies and procedures.
Tools and equipment used in the operation of water or wastewater treatment plants.
State and Federal laws and regulations governing water or wastewater treatment plant operations.
Advanced computerized systems utilized in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
(Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, SCADA) Water Laboratory practices required to properly evaluate treatment processes, such as DO, pH, jar test, CL2 residual, turbidity, color, hardness, TSS, TDS, Chemical/physical processes used in water such as coagulation, flocculation, settling, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection.
Basic operational practices and principles of conventional water treatment processes with some knowledge of advanced water treatment processes such as membrane filtration plants.
Experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
OSHA guidelines related to large treatment facilities.
Microsoft Windows Office products.
Wastewater Laboratory practices are required to properly evaluate treatment processes, such as BOD, DO, pH, jar test, CL2 residual, turbidity, COD, color, TSS, TDS, fecal coliforms, and total coliforms.
Chemical/physical and biological processes used in wastewater treatment processes, such as coagulation, flocculation, settling, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, and activated sludge.
Experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
OSHA guidelines related to large treatment facilities.
Microsoft Windows Office products.
Skill in: Using and maintaining tools and equipment to perform maintenance and repair work.
Determine processing requirements; sample the influent and effluent at various stages of processing and identify problems and ensure proper and efficient operation of the treatment plant.
Determine processing requirements; sample the influent and effluent at various stages of processing and identify problems and ensure proper and efficient operation of the treatment plant.
Complete mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions.
Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to equipment.
Following safe work practices and verbal and written instructions.
Inspecting and monitoring machinery and equipment to verify compliance with prescribed operating conditions and safety standards, Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.
Must possess a Grade II Operator Certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality for Water or Wastewater Treatment.
Additional training and certifications may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed on location at water or wastewater treatment plants with moderate physical requirements, and strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards including extreme weather conditions i.
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excessive heat and cold, dangerous gases, dangerous chemicals, biological hazards, confined spaces, and dangerous tools and equipment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS This position may require working rotating shifts, rotating on-call schedule, including weekends and holidays.
BENEFITS Competitive benefit package: Company pays 75% of the premiums for employee and dependents for medical, dental & vision.
Company pays 100% of the premiums for Life, LTD & STD.
Matching 401k and employee stock purchase program.
SALARY: $53,573.
10 - $69,645.
26 Annually