What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment Plant Operator I-V position at San Antonio River Authority?
Starting Salary for the Treatment Operator I-V is commensurate based on certification and experience as follows:
Position Closes 20 February 2025
Treatment Operator I - V -$37,803-$57,658
GENERAL SUMMARY
Monitors, operates, and maintains wastewater infrastructure using unskilled manual labor. Assists with general maintenance tasks. Inspects and maintains equipment. Collects wastewater samples. Responds to emergencies.
Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Operates equipment and performs preventive maintenance and repairs on sewage treatment plant equipment. Removes stoppages and clears refuse from sewage treatment plants. Performs routine visual checks on equipment and listens for unusual noises or vibrations.
- Collects wastewater samples and runs DO, CL2 residual, PH, settleable solids and preliminary analytical tests. Calculates and posts analytical results in accordance with Wastewater Treatment Plant laboratory operating procedures and presents written or verbal interpretation. Oversees laboratory hygiene.
- Assists in the calibration of flow measuring meters.
- Operates River Authority vehicles, tractors, power tools, gasoline mowers, and a variety of hand tools. Conducts daily maintenance checks of fluid levels.
- Assists operators in monitoring and maintaining Ultraviolet systems.
- Cleans water supply filters.
- Keeps grounds clean by picking up trash and debris.
- Responds to wastewater plant and contract plant emergencies.
- Performs related work as required.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS
This position does not directly supervise any employees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
- High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and less than one year of progressively responsible experience in wastewater operations; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “D” Wastewater Operator License at the time of hire and have one (1) year of relevant experience, may qualify for Treatment Technician II.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “C” Wastewater Operator License at the time of hire and have two (2) years of relevant experience, may qualify for Treatment Technician III.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “B” Wastewater Operator License at the time of hire and have three (3) years of relevant experience, may qualify for Treatment Technician IV.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “A” Wastewater Operator License at the time of hire and have five (5) years of relevant experience, may qualify for Treatment Technician V.
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Must obtain a Class “D” Wastewater Certificate within one (1) year of employment.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office
- Wastewater regulations
- Processing procedures for water samples
- Total Solids and Total Suspended Solids procedures
- Chain of custody procedures for water samples
Skills and Abilities:
- Reading and understanding Safety Data Sheets
- Communicating orally and in writing
- Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment
- Swimming ability
- Analyzing and interpreting documents, instruction manuals, policies, and procedures
- Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)
| Physical Effort Requirements | ||
Work Environment | Sedentary | Medium | Heavy |
Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. | |||
Satisfactory: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. | |||
Disagreeable: Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. |
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Medium: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued
Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)
| Work Environment Locations | ||
Work Locations: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be in the following types of environments: | Seldom or Never | Sometimes | Frequently or Often |
Office or similar indoor environment | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Outdoor environment | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Street environment (near moving traffic) | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Construction site | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Confined space | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Vehicle | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Warehouse environment | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Other: (Specify: ) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Exposures: (select one frequency choice for each exposure listed:)
| Exposures | ||
Exposures: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be exposed to the following environmental exposures. | Seldom or Never | Sometimes | Frequently or Often |
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Communicable diseases | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Moving mechanical parts | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Fumes or airborne particles | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Poison ivy, wasps, snakes, and other natural hazards | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Other: (Specify: ) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Salary : $37,803 - $57,658
