Operates water treatment equipment at a City water treatment plant for the proper pumping, treatment and filtering of water and for maintaining proper water flow and pressure for the City.
Examples Of Essential Duties
Follows safe practices in the performance of duties. Monitors supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system for membrane plant and makes adjustments as necessary. Operates high service finished water pumps, chlorinators, dry and liquid chemical feeders, filters, elect... more details
Primary Functions and Job Details
Operates water treatment equipment at a City water treatment plant for the proper pumping, treatment and filtering of water and for maintaining proper water flow and pressure for the City.
Examples Of Essential Duties
Follows safe practices in the performance of duties.
Monitors supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system for membrane plant and makes adjustments as necessary.
Operates high service finished water pumps, chlorinators, dry and liquid chemical feeders, filters, electric motors and other water plant equipment in order to produce clean, pure and potable water.
Operates raw water pumps, grit machines, screens, and wet well gates.
Monitors tank levels and other system information and alerts proper personnel to abnormalities or problems.
Makes calculations according to established procedures in order to determine proper chemical feed rates, flow quantities, detection and contact times.
Operates a mechanical centrifuge for dewatering sludge.
Receives and documents a variety of incoming calls for service, information, and/or other related issues related to Citywide and/or non-City provided services.
Dispatches servicepersons in accordance with City approved procedures.
Communicates positively and effectively with the general public.
Performs custodial, maintenance and preventive maintenance duties including, but not limited to, painting, cleaning and repairing equipment.
Determines appropriate chemical feed rates through laboratory testing for turbidity, chlorine residuals, taste and odors, and other tests as required.
Enters data as required to create and maintain appropriate records.
Provides instruction and direction on an assigned shift in the operation of a water treatment plant.
Typical Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
Graduation from High School or completion of a GED is required; a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred.
At least three (3) years experience as water plant operator is highly preferred.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid Pennsylvania State Driver’s License is required; a CDL Class B driver’s license is preferred.
Possession of a Class “A” Waterworks Operator Certification with all subclasses required by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to make process control decisions at the City of Lancaster’s water plants within three (3) years.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of safe practices related to the water treatment plant.
Proven ability to use, adjust and note defects in mechanical and electrical equipment is required; experience in the equipment used in a water filtration/pumping plant is preferred.
Proven ability in taking accurate readings, keeping accurate records and making mathematical computations is required.
Proven ability to identify and analyze problems and determine remedial action is required.
Ability to operate a vehicle on private and public streets is required.
Proven ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English is required.
Proven ability to work well under pressure and to maintain positive interactions is required.
Proven ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate successfully with others is required.
Proven ability to adapt to new or changed situations and to show flexibility in making improvements in work processes and operations is required.
Proven ability to exhibit customer-centered behaviors and to focus on customer needs is required.
Proven ability to commit to excellence in service and to continuous improvement is required.
Environmental Conditions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled.
Exposed to inclement weather and extreme temperature, including long periods of standing outdoors.
Works outdoors and indoors with, or without, heat and/or air conditioning.
Exposure to noise and pollution.
Safety Equipment Used or Needed
Wear personal protection as required.
Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals.
Comments
Successful completion of a job-related mathematical, chemistry, mechanical and customer service skills test administered by the City of Lancaster Human Resources Bureau is required.
Satisfactory completion of the pre-employment process, which includes successful passing of a pre-employment physical and drug test, and an FBI criminal history check.
Requires frequent walking, standing and kneeling.
Requires occasional climbing and working from a ladder.
Works around motorized or moving equipment and machinery.
Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lbs with use of handcarts and hoists is required.
This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.
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