What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Plant Operator I position at City of Great Falls?
Technical responsibility for providing semi-skilled operation of water pumping, purification and related equipment within the city’s water treatment plant. Work is performed under the close direction and supervision of the Water Treatment Branch Manager, Water Plant Superintendent, Plant Foreman or other supervisory employee.
- Conducts plant inspections to read and record readings of equipment gauges, dials, graphs and other instrumentation.
- Performs general plant and equipment maintenance, cleaning and repairs.
- Collects process treatment samples for analysis to determine adherence to quality assurance standards.
- Performs Basic Laboratory analysis in adherence with established protocols.
- Works with skilled craftsmen on installation, maintenance or repair projects.
- Operates light equipment including compact loader/utility vehicle, forklift and front-deck mower
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience in water plant operations desirable.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to obtain Montana Class I Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee certification within one year of employment.
- Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain valid Montana driver’s license.
- Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of water treatment plant operations.
- Basic knowledge of the principles of plant equipment, including valves, pumps and motors.
- Basic knowledge of the principles of chemistry and biology.
- Ability to prepare accurate written records and reports.
- Ability to utilize and operate required computer technology and systems
- Respond after hours to perform assigned work duties in the event of emergency or weather related response
- Document and maintain current water treatment plant certification within 1 year
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Technical Capacity
- Accuracy
- Problem Solving
- Thoroughness
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position does not supervise staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a potentially hazardous environment, which may involve exposure to dangerous chemicals. A portion of the work is performed outdoors with exposure to sun, wind, and rain.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, crawl, bend, twist, kneel, reach, grasp, push, pull, ride, climb elevated storage tanks for inspections utilizing safety harness, and perform similar body movements. Must have the ability to perform heavy physical work and to lift and carry up to 100 pounds at a time; the possession of hand/eye coordination sufficient to operate water plant equipment, hand tools, and a motor vehicle; the ability to talk and hear in person or by telephone or two-way radio; and the ability to see and read dials, instructions and reports.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
The work schedule is a 40-hour work week, Sunday through Saturday. Operator I typically works Monday through Friday but occasionally fills in as an Operator II. Operator IIs shift consists of 12 hour shifts to include days, nights, and weekends associated with a 24 hour and 7 day a week operation.. This position is a non-exempt and eligible for overtime. Any overtime must be authorized prior to working.
TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day. Occasional travel may be required to attend off-site training and educational opportunities.
Salary : $46,114 - $50,835
