THE POSITION
- Reports to: Water Plant Superintendent
- This job is classified as Safety Sensitive
- Responsible for the execution of Water Plant operations to produce clean water in compliance with all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) regulations.
- Understand water treatment theory/technology and apply that knowledge at the Water Plant.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Monitors supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) program to maintain a continuing check on the proper and efficient operation at the Water Plant facility.
- Collect water samples and preform lab analysis every two hours. Perform other water analyses as directed.
- Maintain accurate records of all lab data, operational data, chemical deliveries, and maintenance issues.
- Physically check all pumps and Water Plant processes.
- Monitor water pressures and tank levels to maintain efficient use of pumps.
- Analyze lab data for efficient and proper use of chemicals.
- Perform operational adjustments as needed.
- Monitor by SCADA: Plant II (remote pump station), Wastewater Treatment Plant, West lift station, and security gate.
- Communicate issues or concerns of processes or treatment to the Superintendent and/or to the next operator on shift.
- Communicate with the maintenance staff when needed.
- Maintain a clean working environment.
- Rotating shift work is required.
- Safely perform duties in accordance with OSHA policies.
- Other duties as assigned by the Water Plant Superintendent or Executive Director.
Candidate Qualifications/Profile
1 Education – H.S. or GED; Any college is a plus.
- Valid Class C OKDEQ water operator license required with the ability to achieve a Class B license within 18 months.
- Valid Class C OKDEQ water operator lab license.
- Requires enrollment and completion of 40-hour Hazwoper training course with 8-hr renewals each year.
- Valid Class D Oklahoma Driver License
2 Experience – A minimum of 5 years in Water Plant operations.
- Prefer experience with municipal or Water Plant operations.
