Water Operator Controller II

JOB TITLE:

Water Operator Controller II

JOB CLASS NUMBER:

TRD965

PAY GRADE:

5

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

BUSINESS UNIT NAME:

Surface Water Treatment

REPORTS TO:

Process Control Supervisor

SUPERVISORY WORK:

None

SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the WOC Supervisor, on an assigned shift, operates the treatment plant and the water production system and assist with or performs preventative maintenance duties, operates a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System Computer Terminal.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates the Water Treatment Plant, using the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for monitoring and controlling the treatment plant process. Controls well fields and their respective pump stations, transmission facilities, in town pump stations to meet system demand. Effectively maintaining adequate pressures and levels in the overhead storage tanks and distribution lines and storage reservoirs Monitors and troubleshoots the systems as necessary. Contacts appropriate supervisor or call out personnel in the event of abnormal conditions.

• Ensure that TCEQ regulations are met to provide adequate chlorination and pressure in the distribution system.

• Ensures that all chemicals and chemical feeds necessary for the proper treatment of the raw water (Alum, Polymer, and Chlorine) are at the required levels, dosages, and are being fed into the water properly.

• Inspects and monitors the internal plant equipment (i.e., pumps, accumulators, pipes, chlorinators, etc.) for flaws, leaks, malfunctions, and possible damage.

• Maintains proper chlorine residual levels in the water throughout the treatment process.

• Ensures that all chemical storage tanks and containers are in good condition and at proper levels.

• Performs maintenance tasks as required.

• Monitors and maintains the Water Treatment Process and Water Distribution System pressures.

• Performs Treatment Plant Lab Test every two hours and record data.

• Documents incoming calls and call outs pump changes, treatment process changes and chemical analysis. Enter required data into reports.

• Performs rounds in the Plant every two hours.

• Calibrates chemical dosing the plant flow and to treat the water.

• Prepare the Monthly Operating Report and Monthly Discharge Report.

• Takes after hour's phone calls for Water and Sewer and Dispatch personal.

• Monitors the security cameras. And perimeter fencing.

• Checks and changes out chemicals.

• Operates an overhead crane.

• Performs janitorial duties as required.

• Collects B-Tec and CL2 samples from the water deposition system.

• Operates a forklift.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School Diploma or its equivalent and a minimum of one year of relevant Plant Operator I experience required. TCEQ Surface Water C License required. Valid Texas Driver's License required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of TCEQ regulations and required reporting for this water system and DMR

• Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.

• Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.

• Ability to use excel to develop reports

• Good oral, written and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to instruct and train other employees in the SOP's of treatment plant operations.

• Ability to be a team player who relates well with co workers, customers, regulatory agencies and the public.

• Ability to wear a full face respirator, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, and/or Supplied Air Respirator.

• Knowledge of the principals, practices and operations of a water or wastewater treatment plant.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

• Ability to maintain records and make reports

• Knowledge of the operation of a SCADA system.

• Knowledge of Historian software and report building

• Working knowledge of the operation of small hand tools, office and lab equipment, pickup trucks, electrical overhead crane and other equipment associated with a water treatment plant.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Ability to self-motivate and be well organized.

• Strong mechanical skills with the-ability to repair equipment.

ADA PROFILE

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also balance, climb, crawl, crouch, walk, stand, kneel, stoop, sit, hear, crouch, feel, finger, grasp, handle, reach, pull, push, speak, see, and talk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee works work in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to my co-workers or others.

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.