Assistant Plant Operator, Class 1 License CH851
12 hour, Rotating Shifts
Primary Role:
Performs a variety of tasks for the proper and efficient operation of
the water treatment process. This includes, but is not limited to,
ensuring a sufficient water supply, which complies with state and
federal water quality regulations to ensure public safety.
Key Accountabilities:
Performs all functions of the position in a safe and conscientious
manner, with constant regard for the safety of fellow employees and the
general public. Complies with all company prescribed safety policies
and procedures. Performs all duties as assigned by supervision. Some
duties may be directed by the Plant Operator, who is the licensed
operator in charge of the plant. Operates, inspects, and controls
electric motors, diesel engines, pumps, and valves to regulate the
water treatment process. Monitors and controls feed rates of chemicals
including, but not limited to, chlorine, ammonia, alum, fluoride,
potassium permanganate, polymer, powdered activated carbon and
corrosion inhibitors into water treatment process. Understands the
impact of the chemicals on the finished product.
Uses judgment to react to changing raw water conditions as they relate
to proper treatment of water. Fills treatment chemical day tanks via the
use of automated transfer equipment and/or manually conveys materials
from drums, bags, or barrels to feed equipment. Documents chemical feed
activities and system performance with written reports and automatic
charts. Records data, such as residual content of chemicals, water
pressure, power consumption, water output, and chemical consumption.
Monitors SCADA system, checks charts, and adjusts controls to
regulate flow rates and water storage and distribution of water. Cleans
and lubricates machines and equipment, using hand tools and power
tools. Collects and tests water samples to determine basic water
quality parameters including, but not limited to, chlorine residual,
pH, alkalinity, bacteriological analysis, fluoride, zinc, aluminum,
particle counts, and turbidity. Inspects equipment and control devices
for damage to the water treatment plant and piping systems, and reports
as necessary.
Calibrates laboratory equipment to ensure quality control and prepares
bacteria monitoring media, as necessary. Turns valves, pulls levers,
flips switches, and operates SCADA system to run and control motor
driven pumps and equipment. Reads flow meters and gauges to regulate
equipment according to water consumption and demand. Maintains plant
buildings and grounds to appropriate appearance standards including, but
not limited to, the clean up of chemicals accidentally spilled.
Accurately records daily weather information. Answers customer service
calls and directs them accordingly. Operates waste valves and equipment
to properly discharge waste. Drives company vehicles.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education: GED/HS Diploma
Knowledge: Familiarity with the operations of SCADA computer systems for utilities.
Experience: Less than one year.
Skills:
Basic computer skills and the technical, academic and physical ability
to perform the duties of the job. Able to readily read, understand, and
accurately follow operating instructions. Able to discern between the
relative importance of assigned duties and have the proper regard for
the use of time and equipment. Possess an awareness of the
responsibility to safeguard the water supply. Able to send and receive
instructions by radio, phone, and computer. Able to cooperate with and
assist other employees. Work effectively under pressure. Neat, reliable,
resourceful with a retentive memory, and able to think and act promptly.
Cert/Licenses:
Virginia Water Treatment Operator's License Class 1
Other:
Works overtime as required.
To apply please visit: www.amwater.com/working-with-us/careers
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