Water/Wastewater Systems Operator 1 or 2

Description of Work:

Under supervision of the Public Works Foreman and Water/Wastewater Leadworker, performs work in the operation, maintenance, and construction of water system and wastewater treatment and collection facilities; repair of water meters, well pumps, well motors, and other types of water equipment and devices; drives trucks and operated equipment; lubricates and fuels equipment.

Duties:

Essential duties include operating medium and heavy equipment in the operation, maintenance, and construction of the water/wastewater system; hauls and disposes sludge; mows grass; monitors equipment for maintenance and repair needs, and schedules work with the maintenance department; assists others in maintenance of pumps, motors, and controls; checks dispenser and adds chlorine to well discharge system and adjusts dosage; clears and cleans sewers by flushing or rodding; assists in repairing and installing water/wastewater mains; assists in process monitoring through sample collecting and sample analysis; assists in repair of piping; paints; performs building maintenance; operates sprinkler systems; performs minor carpentry work in the repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities; reads water and electric meters; may require odd hours of work Other duties include assisting other departments as necessary; performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Works.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of the methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in the repair of water/wastewater facilities and meters; ability to perform moderate to heavy physical work and to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and to occasionally lift up to 100 pounds; ability to climb, stand, kneel, reach, pull, push, stand, walk, and perform other similar body movements; hand/eye/foot coordination for driving truck and working with controls in water/wastewater facilities; ability to hear and talk in person and by telephone and radio, to hear vibrations and malfunctions of equipment; ability to inspect and diagnose maintenance and repair needs; ability to maintain records and make reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Experience and Training:

Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or GED, and knowledge of heavy equipment.

Special Requirements:

Possessions of a valid Kansas Class B commercial driver's license; ability to attain a Class 1 Water Systems Operator certification and Wastewater Class 1 certification by the State of Kansas within two years of employment.

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person