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City of Temple

Water Operator III- Water Treatment

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A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.

$51,876 / year median in Texas

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Summary Responsible for operating, monitoring, controlling, testing and troubleshooting water supply, treatment plant, distribution system and storage facilities. Work under the direct supervision of a lead operator or supervisor. Must be available to work flexible hours at 24-hour facility to include weekends and holidays. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Maintains knowledge and skills for the essential operations of the water treatment plant and facilities, including both conventional and membrane treatment, in accordance with State and Federal regulations Uses Supervisory Controller & Data Acquisition (SCADA) to operate/ monitor treatment process, adjusts chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permits Trains Operator I/II and be able to cover those shifts as needed Solves complex operating problems Performs laboratory duties, maintains instruments, monitors quality control, collects samples, conducts analyses, and prepares samples for transport Recommends process control adjustments to ensure optimum treatment and maintenance efforts, forwards to immediate supervisor Enters sample analysis into daily log and ensures accuracy of all shift records/reports on their shift Meet daily with the Lead Operator to report performance of the entire system Provides and accepts plant status update to the preceding/on-coming operator team Responds to public complaints or concerns Assists with TCEQ inspections, construction and maintenance projects Works in confined space and works around hazardous chemicals Operates heavy equipment for facility maintenance including lift and boom trucks Assists with sludge removal, transferring and disposal Performs preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks; cleans and services all areas throughout the plant Calibrates and performs maintenance on mechanical, analytical, instrumentation and telemetry equipment Orders treatment and testing chemicals, and parts, materials, and supplies. Develops the knowledge and ability to solve problems under normal and stressful conditions Attends TWUA monthly trainings Follows the city policies, procedures and safety guidelines pertaining to the work area and equipment Maintains certification and completes continuing educations training courses Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Class B Surface Water certification from TCEQ