POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in the monitoring, operation, adjustment and minor maintenance of pumps, valves, engines, treatment processes and other equipment in the Water Plant and at the pump stations; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Operates and maintains water treatment and chemical feed equipment including but not limited to, filtration, chlorination, sodium chlorite, purification, water softening, fluoridation, sludge dewatering and carbonation equipment

* Manually operates all plant valves, including filter valves, and the sludge collection system

* Takes any meter readings manually as needed

* Investigates any part of the system and any alarms as directed by the Senior Water Control Room Operator;

* Performs minor and daily maintenance as needed which includes, but is not limited to, replacing shear pins, tightening screws and lubing

* Responsible for monitoring security systems

* Checks, inspects, records and reports the need for equipment maintenance and repair;

* manually runs both high service, low service and emergency power stations as needed including but not limited to, correctly operating all pumps and motors, maintaining proper pressures, operating voltage switch gear, operating diesel stand-by power generators

* Assists in training and instructing new employees as needed

* Conducts performance tests of equipment; responsible for performing simple laboratory tests as needed such as turbidity, alkalinity and hardness; manually removes fish, mussels, or other debris from low service screen well as directed or to maintain operations

* Assists in monitoring and operating computer system to ensure proper operation of various sections of the water treatment system

* Performs housekeeping duties and cleans machinery; prepares reports and records as directed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

* Water Treatment systems (intake, distributions, pumping, treatment)

* Operation and maintenance of stationary engines, pumps, electric motors, and associated equipment

* Tools, equipment, materials and supplies pertinent to the trade

* Chemical reactions and applications in a water treatment system

* Hazards and safety precautions of the work

Skill in:

* Using basic tools and operating and maintaining a variety of engines, pumps, motors, and other mechanical equipment

* Operating a computer, writing reports and keeping records.

* Communicating and working well with others

Ability to:

* Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

* Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Tests equivalency and be designated as an operator in training (OIT) by the State of Ohio after passing the Class I Water Supply exam.

* A Class I Water Supply Operator License issued by the State of Ohio or an equivalent license from another state and one (1) year of experience in the operation of equipment in a water treatment plant is preferred.

* An individual with an equivalent license from another state must obtain the State of Ohio Class I Water Supply Operator License within one (1) year from the date of appointment.

* An individual designated as an operator in training (OIT) by the State of Ohio must obtain a Class I Water Supply Operator License after one (1) year of employment in the Division of Water Treatment.

Position assignment may require the possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.

Applicants must possess an Ohio Class I Water Supply Operator in Training (OIT) designation before applying for the position.

* Information on testing and obtaining the required designation is available online through the Ohio EPA website: Certified Operators | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

* None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee will occasionally stand, sit, climb, push, pull, drag and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The employee will frequently walk-in all-weather conditions. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crawling and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. This employee will occasionally work in extreme heat. This employee will frequently work in conditions where fumes and mists are presents. In addition, this employee will occasionally work in conditions where poor ventilation, dust and gases are present. This employee will be occasionally exposed to various hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.

Class Code: Water Control Room Operator (3445)