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Water/Wastewater Plant Operator
The City of Bastrop Water and Wastewater Team is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Water/Wastewater Plant Operator. If you are interested in starting your career or taking the next step with the work skills you have already acquired, come join us! Under general supervision of the Water/Wastewater Chief Plant Operator, the Plant Operator performs and assists with tasks relating to the City's wastewater collections and treatment as well as the water wells, water treatment and storage system. Employees in this class hold certifications in water and wastewater treatment operations and are responsible for monitoring and performing facility operations activities with considerable independence. Performs recording and reporting of information compiled by the SCADA computer system. Calibrates, trouble shoots, and repairs electronic controls as needed. Incumbent is responsible for testing water samples to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies in the provision of clean and safe drinking water for the City. Position functions in a lead capacity as directed. Provides support to other operations personnel as well as related departmental efforts in collection, distribution, and treatment of water and wastewater. Functions on call for response to emergencies and rotates weekend shifts as a relief operator. Performs related work as directed. Starting salary for the Water/Wastewater Plant Operator is commensurate based on certification and experience as follows: Plant Operator D $21.13 - $25.12 Plant Operator C $23.28 - $27.68 Plant Operator B $25.66 - $30.50 Essential job 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. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Collects daily samples and performs routine laboratory tests for the purpose of analyzing content in terms of dissolved oxygen, pH levels, chlorine residuals, flows, temperature, rain fall, turbidity, and fluoride. Monitors, adjusts and records data from gauges, meters, control panel and equipment to ensure proper chemical treatment, pressures, tank levels and flow rates of the water system. Operates and maintains chlorine analyzers and various chemical feeding systems, i.e., chlorine, fluoride, polyphosphates. Replaces chlorine cylinders, HF acid, and polyphosphates, and regulates flow rates. Operates and maintains various water wells, pumps, and motors. Maintains and monitors storage tanks and pressure reducing valves. Enters all shift data into the computer system and/or on data sheets. Inspects, cleans, and monitors the functioning of mechanical equipment. Performs routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on process equipment. Maintains primary responsibility for the prevention of contamination and pollution of the City's public water system. Collects and processes periodic effluent samples and samples from a variety of plant processes for consultant laboratory analysis. Collects required samples for analysis in terms of bio-toxicity, sludge and other chemical profiles of effluent. Controls and monitors plant processes as directed, to include aeration, chlorination, dichlorination, and sludge management. Cleans, maintains, calibrates, and/or operates various treatment plant systems and components, i.e., drying beds, plant instruments, chart recorders, blowers, motors, pumps, piping, valves. Documents daily facility/plant activities, and may transfer data to the department computer system, as directed. Assists in review and maintenance of records for regulatory reporting. Provides guidance, support, and assistance to treatment operations personnel in proper methods, techniques and procedures as per established regulatory practices. Functions on call for response to emergencies and rotates weekend shifts as a relief operator. Marginal functions: Operates equipment and performs relief duties at the City's water treatment and distribution facilities as needed. Provides support/assistance in repair of water leaks, installation of water services, and related distribution projects. Provides support/assistance in repair of wastewater lines and manholes, installation of wastewater services, and related collection system projects. Installs water and sewer lines, taps, and meters as directed. Performs various wastewater tasks as needed, i.e., cleaning blockages, repairing leaks, checking lift stations, sample testing. Performs routine facility/plant maintenance duties. Provides general administrative support as directed. Performs related work as directed. Education, training, licenses/certifications: High school diploma or GED One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in the field that provides water plant operations experience and working knowledge of production, treatment and distribution functions, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in the field to include proficiency in operation and control of aeration treatment methods and groundwater treatment/production; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Water Operator "Class D" certification or must be able to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. Wastewater Treatment Operator certification "Class D" certification or must obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. Valid Texas driver license with an acceptable driving record to maintained throughout employment. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough knowledge of groundwater system treatment methods and procedures, and safety characteristics of chemicals used in the treatment process. Thorough knowledge of plant safety precautions, and occupational hazards associated with water treatment operations. Considerable knowledge of all facets of groundwater production, treatment, storage, and distribution operations. Considerable knowledge of records maintenance principles and practices. Considerable knowledge of facility equipment maintenance requirements. Working knowledge of distribution and collection principles of water and wastewater systems. Working knowledge of water and sewer line plumbing principles and construction techniques. Skill in the operation of treatment plant equipment, i.e., injectors, pumps, measuring devices, valves, lab equipment. Ability to maintain current knowledge of federal and state regulatory practices, and to ensure compliance in such. Ability to gather and maintain complete and accurate records. Ability to identify operational deficiencies and perform maintenance and repair on a variety of mechanical equipment and electronic devices, i.e., pumps, motors, valves, meters, gauges. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; calculate decimals and percentages; utilize algebraic and geometric principles. Thorough knowledge of safety precautions, and occupational hazards associated with wastewater treatment facility operations. Considerable knowledge of operation and control of aeration treatment methods. Considerable knowledge of calibration and maintenance needs required to effectively support moderately sized wastewater treatment and collection facilities. Working knowledge of record and report maintenance principles and practices. Working knowledge of distribution/collection systems construction and maintenance. Working knowledge of water and sewer line plumbing principles and construction techniques. Ability to identify operational deficiencies, and perform maintenance, repair, and calibration on plant instrumentation and related components and systems. Ability to operate machinery and equipment necessary to run water wells, treatment and storage system and wastewater treatment and collections plant. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with supervisor, fellow personnel, other departments with whom position interacts, and the general public. Physical requirements: Some tasks are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, bending, light lifting, or other restricted physical activities. Some tasks involve some physical effort, i.e., some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (5-10 pounds); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of shop or office equipment; may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Some tasks involve frequent walking, standing; some lifting and carrying of moderate weight (12-20 pounds); and/or the operation of vehicles, office
The City of Bastrop Water and Wastewater Team is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Water/Wastewater Plant Operator. If you are interested in starting your career or taking the next step with the work skills you have already acquired, come join us! Under general supervision of the Water/Wastewater Chief Plant Operator, the Plant Operator performs and assists with tasks relating to the City's wastewater collections and treatment as well as the water wells, water treatment and storage system. Employees in this class hold certifications in water and wastewater treatment operations and are responsible for monitoring and performing facility operations activities with considerable independence. Performs recording and reporting of information compiled by the SCADA computer system. Calibrates, trouble shoots, and repairs electronic controls as needed. Incumbent is responsible for testing water samples to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies in the provision of clean and safe drinking water for the City. Position functions in a lead capacity as directed. Provides support to other operations personnel as well as related departmental efforts in collection, distribution, and treatment of water and wastewater. Functions on call for response to emergencies and rotates weekend shifts as a relief operator. Performs related work as directed. Starting salary for the Water/Wastewater Plant Operator is commensurate based on certification and experience as follows: Plant Operator D $21.13 - $25.12 Plant Operator C $23.28 - $27.68 Plant Operator B $25.66 - $30.50 Essential job 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. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Collects daily samples and performs routine laboratory tests for the purpose of analyzing content in terms of dissolved oxygen, pH levels, chlorine residuals, flows, temperature, rain fall, turbidity, and fluoride. Monitors, adjusts and records data from gauges, meters, control panel and equipment to ensure proper chemical treatment, pressures, tank levels and flow rates of the water system. Operates and maintains chlorine analyzers and various chemical feeding systems, i.e., chlorine, fluoride, polyphosphates. Replaces chlorine cylinders, HF acid, and polyphosphates, and regulates flow rates. Operates and maintains various water wells, pumps, and motors. Maintains and monitors storage tanks and pressure reducing valves. Enters all shift data into the computer system and/or on data sheets. Inspects, cleans, and monitors the functioning of mechanical equipment. Performs routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on process equipment. Maintains primary responsibility for the prevention of contamination and pollution of the City's public water system. Collects and processes periodic effluent samples and samples from a variety of plant processes for consultant laboratory analysis. Collects required samples for analysis in terms of bio-toxicity, sludge and other chemical profiles of effluent. Controls and monitors plant processes as directed, to include aeration, chlorination, dichlorination, and sludge management. Cleans, maintains, calibrates, and/or operates various treatment plant systems and components, i.e., drying beds, plant instruments, chart recorders, blowers, motors, pumps, piping, valves. Documents daily facility/plant activities, and may transfer data to the department computer system, as directed. Assists in review and maintenance of records for regulatory reporting. Provides guidance, support, and assistance to treatment operations personnel in proper methods, techniques and procedures as per established regulatory practices. Functions on call for response to emergencies and rotates weekend shifts as a relief operator. Marginal functions: Operates equipment and performs relief duties at the City's water treatment and distribution facilities as needed. Provides support/assistance in repair of water leaks, installation of water services, and related distribution projects. Provides support/assistance in repair of wastewater lines and manholes, installation of wastewater services, and related collection system projects. Installs water and sewer lines, taps, and meters as directed. Performs various wastewater tasks as needed, i.e., cleaning blockages, repairing leaks, checking lift stations, sample testing. Performs routine facility/plant maintenance duties. Provides general administrative support as directed. Performs related work as directed. Education, training, licenses/certifications: High school diploma or GED One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in the field that provides water plant operations experience and working knowledge of production, treatment and distribution functions, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in the field to include proficiency in operation and control of aeration treatment methods and groundwater treatment/production; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Water Operator "Class D" certification or must be able to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. Wastewater Treatment Operator certification "Class D" certification or must obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. Valid Texas driver license with an acceptable driving record to maintained throughout employment. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough knowledge of groundwater system treatment methods and procedures, and safety characteristics of chemicals used in the treatment process. Thorough knowledge of plant safety precautions, and occupational hazards associated with water treatment operations. Considerable knowledge of all facets of groundwater production, treatment, storage, and distribution operations. Considerable knowledge of records maintenance principles and practices. Considerable knowledge of facility equipment maintenance requirements. Working knowledge of distribution and collection principles of water and wastewater systems. Working knowledge of water and sewer line plumbing principles and construction techniques. Skill in the operation of treatment plant equipment, i.e., injectors, pumps, measuring devices, valves, lab equipment. Ability to maintain current knowledge of federal and state regulatory practices, and to ensure compliance in such. Ability to gather and maintain complete and accurate records. Ability to identify operational deficiencies and perform maintenance and repair on a variety of mechanical equipment and electronic devices, i.e., pumps, motors, valves, meters, gauges. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; calculate decimals and percentages; utilize algebraic and geometric principles. Thorough knowledge of safety precautions, and occupational hazards associated with wastewater treatment facility operations. Considerable knowledge of operation and control of aeration treatment methods. Considerable knowledge of calibration and maintenance needs required to effectively support moderately sized wastewater treatment and collection facilities. Working knowledge of record and report maintenance principles and practices. Working knowledge of distribution/collection systems construction and maintenance. Working knowledge of water and sewer line plumbing principles and construction techniques. Ability to identify operational deficiencies, and perform maintenance, repair, and calibration on plant instrumentation and related components and systems. Ability to operate machinery and equipment necessary to run water wells, treatment and storage system and wastewater treatment and collections plant. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with supervisor, fellow personnel, other departments with whom position interacts, and the general public. Physical requirements: Some tasks are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, bending, light lifting, or other restricted physical activities. Some tasks involve some physical effort, i.e., some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (5-10 pounds); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of shop or office equipment; may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Some tasks involve frequent walking, standing; some lifting and carrying of moderate weight (12-20 pounds); and/or the operation of vehicles, office