Water Treatment Plant Operator I

KK&W Water District • Kennebunk, ME, US • $31 - $39 / hour • 2d ago

Water Treatment Plant Operator I

Job Summary:

The Water Treatment Plant Operator I works under the direction of the Water Treatment and Water Quality Manager. Responsibilities include the operations and maintenance of the Branch Brook water treatment plant and other water treatment facilities in accordance with the Water District policies and procedures and the state and federal laws and regulations. The Water Treatment Plant Operator I will ensure that all systems within the plant and other treatment facilities are working at optimal capacity and perform routine maintenance to prevent deterioration.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Operate, maintain, and repair water treatment systems as directed in accordance with all local, federal, and state regulations.

· Ensures that an adequate water supply and pressure is maintained throughout the distribution system for customer and fire suppression needs.

· Operates emergency communication system.

· Collect water samples and perform routine laboratory analysis of water composition and quality to calculate required operational changes.

· Measure, mix, and administer appropriate chemical treatments to maintain optimum water quality levels.

· Maintains accurate inventory of regents, media, and solutions as required.

· Identify potential operational deficiencies and plan accordingly to complete short and long-term maintenance and preventive repairs.

· Assist in the installation, maintenance and testing of backflow devices. BFP testing requires a separate license.

· Comply with all mandatory safety, fire protection, and housekeeping requirements.

· Properly store and maintain tools and equipment.

· Identify and report potential safety hazards to immediate supervisor; correct safety hazards if directed to do so.

· Operate motor vehicles, including light construction equipment.

· Perform maintenance in confined spaces.

· Operates, maintains, and calibrates equipment in water treatment facilities, including inspecting, lubricating and maintaining motors, pumps, screens, gauges, meters, analyzers, and chemical feed systems.

· Adjusts chemical feed systems used to treat water.

· Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, and other work areas.

· Operates equipment for de-watering sludge and performs preventive maintenance as directed.

· Maintains daily log during assigned shift.

· Completes shift sheets and inputs data.

· Responds to customers’ inquiries and complaint and follow up with an appropriate course of action.

· Must be available for overtime, holidays and emergency call-outs when necessary.

· Maintains current knowledge of profession and operates under District policies and procedures.

· Performs other duties and functions as assigned or directed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Ability to promote and maintain positive District, and community relations.

· Service-oriented with the ability to solve problems as they arise.

· Proficient computer skills and the ability to learn new software.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including active listening.

· Excellent skills in organization, prioritizing, attention to details, and time management.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or GED.

· One year of related experience.

· Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Maine State Driver’s License.

· Must possess and maintain a Maine State Water Treatment Plant Operator Class II license. The successful candidate not currently in possession of the required licenses, must be able to acquire them within 2 (two) years of hire date.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods standing, sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be comfortable working from heights, ladders, and in confined spaces.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 (fifty) pounds at times.

This job description describes the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhausted statement of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodations for a disability. This is not a contract.

Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Wells Water District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.89 - $39.34 per hour

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