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Treatment Plant Operator-Water Plant
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CITY OF HAMLET
Hamlet, NC (In Person)
$42,079 Salary, Full-Time
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General Statement of Duties Performs responsible skilled and routine technical work in the operational, laboratory, and maintenance functions of the water treatment plant. Distinguishing Features of the Class An employee in this class performs a variety of operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties designed to produce safe treatment of potable water. Work is performed on an assigned or rotating shift. Work includes monitoring the plant's operation through observation, mechanical readings and the results of standard chemical and biological tests and to make necessary adjustments in the process as conditions or test results dictate. Other duties include performing standard laboratory duties and tests and assisting with plant and facilities maintenance. Work also includes substantial record keeping of work activities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Water Plant Superintendent. Duties and Responsibilities Work
- Starts and stops plant operations as necessary
- Makes tours of plant and inspects pumps, motors, tanks, filters, clarifiers, chlorinators, and other equipment for proper functioning; records data from various meters, gauges, and dials; makes records of readings and activities
- Makes routine physical and chemical. tests, recording results
- Performs general preventive and scheduled maintenance; assists on major maintenance and repairs
- Regulates and adjusts pumps, motors, valves, and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions
- Performs routine building maintenance and custodial functions; performs grounds maintenance such as mowing
- Change chemical containers and/or refills containers
- Takes after hour phone calls and reports to proper personnel
- Operate trucks, tractors, and other motorized equipment as necessary
- Performs other related work as required Recruitment and Selection Guidelines
- General knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirement of water treatment plants
- General knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and permitting requirements
- General knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions
- Some knowledge of standard laboratory test and procedures used in a water treatment plant
- Some knowledge of hydraulic, chemical and mechanical principles pertinent to water or treatment plant operations
- Some knowledge of computer functions and ability to perform data entry
- Ability to detect flaws in the operation of mechanical equipment and to determine proper remedial measures
- Ability to conduct routine laboratory test
- Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions
- Ability to read meters, charts, and technical manuals and drawings accurately and to maintain records of shift operations
- Ability to make mathematical computations
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees Education and Experience Graduation from high school or GED equivalency supplemented by course work in chemistry, biology, and math.
- Valid NC driver's license
- Water Operator Grade "C" certification issued by the