What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works Plant Operator position at City of Lynden?
JOB
Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s water, wastewater and compost facilities.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Operate and Maintain Plant Facilities Operates and maintains sewage pump stations and water booster pump stations; cleans wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process.Prioritizes activities between the different facilities and equipment, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery – locally in automatic mode, or remote via computerized control – in order to maintain proper facility operations.Monitors flow meters, pressure gauges, power usage, motor run times, liquid levels and influent and effluent water quality.Oversees operation of assigned facility in order to maintain day-to-day operation necessary to meet all required local, state, and federal regulations, while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Ability to work 40 hours per week and accept on-call status for 24-hour emergency call-out. Employee must be available by City-issued cell phone at all times when on-call. Sample Collections and Laboratory AnalysisCollects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of water, wastewater, biosolids and compost to meet regulations and for process control.Performs standardized tests and laboratory analyses on collected samples.Interprets test results to properly evaluate processes.Data and Records Management Maintains a variety of records relating to plant facilities operations.Prepares reports and update spreadsheets and databases for facilities records, equipment readings and test results.Assists in monthly report preparation in compliance with state and federal regulations. Maintenance ActivitiesAssists with supply maintenance – receives, loads and unloads chemicals.Assists in upkeep of equipment and instruments, including preventative maintenance, repairs, replacement, and system upgrades.Keeps equipment, buildings, and grounds clean and well-maintained. OTHER DUTIESServes on various City employee or other committees as assigned.Attends and participates in a variety of meetings pertaining to Public Works matters and issues as needed.Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security procedures and standards.Performs other related duties as needed and assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Must have a valid driver’s license and appropriate insurance at the time of hire for work-related travel. Must pass appropriate background checks. Possess at initial hire or ability to obtain in 6 months, a Washington State Class I Certification as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorMust obtain certification as a Class 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator and a Class 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator within three years of hire date (all certifications must be kept current and active throughout tenure).
Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s water, wastewater and compost facilities.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Operate and Maintain Plant Facilities Operates and maintains sewage pump stations and water booster pump stations; cleans wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process.Prioritizes activities between the different facilities and equipment, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery – locally in automatic mode, or remote via computerized control – in order to maintain proper facility operations.Monitors flow meters, pressure gauges, power usage, motor run times, liquid levels and influent and effluent water quality.Oversees operation of assigned facility in order to maintain day-to-day operation necessary to meet all required local, state, and federal regulations, while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Ability to work 40 hours per week and accept on-call status for 24-hour emergency call-out. Employee must be available by City-issued cell phone at all times when on-call. Sample Collections and Laboratory AnalysisCollects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of water, wastewater, biosolids and compost to meet regulations and for process control.Performs standardized tests and laboratory analyses on collected samples.Interprets test results to properly evaluate processes.Data and Records Management Maintains a variety of records relating to plant facilities operations.Prepares reports and update spreadsheets and databases for facilities records, equipment readings and test results.Assists in monthly report preparation in compliance with state and federal regulations. Maintenance ActivitiesAssists with supply maintenance – receives, loads and unloads chemicals.Assists in upkeep of equipment and instruments, including preventative maintenance, repairs, replacement, and system upgrades.Keeps equipment, buildings, and grounds clean and well-maintained. OTHER DUTIESServes on various City employee or other committees as assigned.Attends and participates in a variety of meetings pertaining to Public Works matters and issues as needed.Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security procedures and standards.Performs other related duties as needed and assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Must have a valid driver’s license and appropriate insurance at the time of hire for work-related travel. Must pass appropriate background checks. Possess at initial hire or ability to obtain in 6 months, a Washington State Class I Certification as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorMust obtain certification as a Class 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator and a Class 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator within three years of hire date (all certifications must be kept current and active throughout tenure).