Salary : $59,883.20 - $95,784.00 Annually
Location : Gainesville, GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00896
Department: Department of Water Resources
Division: Riverside
Opening Date: 09/10/2024
Summary

Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities, management and operations of the Riverside Water Treatment Plant or the Lakeside Water Treatment Plant, assuring safe and potable water is provided to the citizens.

Job Duties

Oversee all operations of the Water Treatment Plant; coordinates the work of subordinate employees who are responsible for drawing water from Lake Lanier and processing the water through a series of chemical processes until it is safe for public consumption.

Plans and implements methods and procedures to treat water more effectively and economically; tests new methods in the lab through jar and related tests; analyzes results before putting them into practice.

Inspects all forms submitted by plant operators such as daily work sheets, flocculator reports, sludge reports, pump and motor reports, chlorine weight reports, chemical weight reports, chemical feed reports, and filter backwash reports to ensure compliance with regulations on the quality of finished water.

Submits and maintains records and reports for state and federal authorities and the Corps of Engineers on power consumption, amount of materials and chemicals used, raw water treated, and finished water pumped into the system; backwashes filters as necessary.

Makes hiring recommendations and conducts performance evaluations on employees; selects and trains personnel; prepares time sheets and operator schedules; processes requests for annual and sick leave.

Inspects and calibrates equipment; assures routine and emergency maintenance and repairs are completed according to schedules; keeps records of all maintenance performed on equipment. Solicits bids for chemicals, supplies, materials, and equipment.

Prepares and submits to the Water Operations Superintendent an annual operating budget for the plant.

Attends conferences, workshops, seminars, and schools to maintain certification and keep up with techniques and equipment necessary to the plant operations and with changing state and federal rules and regulations.

Holds safety meetings to update the employees on the operations of the plant and new safety precautions.

Presents programs and conducts tours to establish good public relations.

Performs other related duties as required.

Employee subject to recall to duty in cases of emergency.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field.

Six years experience in water treatment of which at least three years was in a supervisory capacity.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. as of 12/04/01

Licenses and Certifications:

Class I Georgia Water Treatment Certification.

Must possess a valid Class C Georgia driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the practices, principles, and supervisory techniques associated with water treatment plants.

Knowledge of the chemistry, characteristics, and treatment techniques of water.

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures, and the processes involved in processing raw water into potable water.

Knowledge of State and Federal regulations regarding water treatment and purification.

Knowledge of the policies and practices of the Water Department.

Knowledge of Water Works operation and maintenance.

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic operations and repairs.

Knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, budgeting and bidding processes.

Ability to train personnel in the various jobs in the plant.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate staff members and the City administration.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

This position is classified as safety-sensitive. Incumbent will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Gainesville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Gainesville conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Overview
Part of the City of Gainesville's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of City employees. Gainesville offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis.
City Benefits Paid at 100%

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Clinic & Wellness Center
• GMEBS Retirement Plan (select positions)
• Life Insurance (up to $75,000)
• Paid Holidays (10)
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Protective Safety Equipment
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (After 12 months of employment)
• Tuition Reimbursement (After one year of employment)
• Uniforms (select positions)
• Workers' Compensation

Supplemental Benefits

• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Death and Dismemberment
• Deferred Compensation
• Dental
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long-Term Disability
• Medical
• Plan A Retirement (50% City paid - select positions)
• Vision
• Voluntary Life Insurance

Other Benefits

• Biweekly Paycheck
• Credit Union
• Direct Deposit
• Discount PC Purchase Plan
• Employee Recognition Events
• Employee Wellness Opportunities
• Free Flu Shot
• Free Parking
• Health and Benefits Fair