Water Treatment Plant Operator

Job Code: C84 - JB-Water Trmt Plnt Oper 1 SCA Occup: 25210 Water Treatment Plant Operator Salary Grade: Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Approval Date: March 2017

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Water Treatment Plant Operator controls treatment plant machines, equipment, and water additives to purify and clarify water for human consumption and for industrial use.

TYPICAL DUTIES: Operates and controls electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate flow of raw water into treating plant Controls addition of chemicals (chlorine, ammonia, sodium hydroxide, lime, etc.) into water May adjust automatic devices that admit specified amounts of chemicals into tanks to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water. Monitor and control electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate water flow Operate agitators and valves within various water treatment processes Control pumping of purified water into the distribution system to maintain adequate supply and pressure Clean sedimentation basins and backwash media filter beds Repair and maintain machines and equipment Collect and analyze water samples for various parameters to confirm adequate treatment processes Maintain necessary records and documentation Regular travel between work locations on base may be required Perform other duties as assigned * Denotes Essential Job Function

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess applicable New Jersey Public Water Treatment System License (T1, T2, T3, or T4) as required; Minimum experience as per licensing requirements per NJ DEP (1 year to 10 years) depending on level of license; Good communication and interpersonal skills necessary to build good client relationships and to work well in a team-oriented environment as well as independently; Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities; Ability to follow established safety rules, to maintain a safe environment, adapt and respond to potentially hazardous conditions, and use the appropriate PPE; Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving and common sense skills

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED

CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES REQUIRED: The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements: Valid Driver's License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance: Monitoring gauges, controls, and/or computer systems Lifting materials up to 35 pounds Bending and stooping Climbing ladders

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed at a customer's location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment. May require driving to and from worksite locations. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor's instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors. At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.