What are the responsibilities and job description for the (PSOT)-Operator Trainee-Pump Station position at Birmingham Water Works?
General Responsibilities :
Operate pump station, monitor station functions, and assist in maintenance and repair of station and components. Assist in providing security and safety for BWWB facilities.
Essential Job Functions :
- Monitor and adjust station operations
- Control tank levels by starting and stopping pumps to ensure efficiency Calculate tank rise and fall using flow and consumption figures
- Observe and monitor motor equipment, cooling water, oil levels, packing water, and log readings
- Recognize and note when problems occur incident forms and notify proper personnel Communicate with customers by providing excellent customer service
- Check the cooling water piping filters and clean them as needed
- Maintain and clean the assigned plant area
- Assist in plant and ground maintenance
- Assist with Raw Water Samples / Analysis
- Monitor raw water conditions for odor, pH, temperature, and other abnormalities / contamination of the intake basin
- Monitor and control valves and assist with inspections
- Work with the Security department to monitor and maintain plant security and equipment
- Assist with maintenance at Alabama Street / Mulberry Booster and other raw water facilities
- Perform all work safely in accordance with established safety policies and procedures Comply with all safety and health standards and guidelines issued by management
- Perform other duties as assigned..
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Education :
High school diploma or equivalent required
Certifications
Valid Driver’s License requiredPassing grade on BWW Entrance Exam for Water Treatment Plants requiredVessel license required or must obtain within six months of the hire dateADEM Grade 1 Certification preferred
Experience :
One (1) year of water plant operations, pump station and maintenance operations experience required. Knowledge in mechanics, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, and welding. Must have basic computer skills.
Supervision : None
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