Classified Ad Title:
Fairfield County - Utilities Water Operator 2

Post Date
11/17/2022

Expiration Date
2/15/2023

Details:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Water Operator, operates and maintains the municipal water treatment plant; performing a variety of tasks, including laboratory analysis.

This position is responsible for performing daily operations of groundwater filtration/ion exchange type water treatment facilities and/or water distribution systems. This position also performs a wide variety of tasks including but not limited to: semi-skilled work, meter reading and change outs, customer service requests, heavy manual labor work under varying weather conditions, and moving around or standing for long periods of time.

Duties
Perform monitoring and recording of supply and storage levels and pumping demands and demands on the distribution system; perform monitoring of pumping demands to maintain storage supply; perform various chemical, biological and bacterial testing and analysis required by federal and state regulatory agencies including signing of EPA reports; monitor and assess correct chemical dosage for proper treatment of the raw water supply.

Perform routine maintenance of valves, pumps, piping and related equipment necessary for the operation and maintenance of the treatment of raw water supply facility and distribution system; participate in excavation of and perform repair of broken water mains in the distribution system as required.

Consult with and provide information for the Chief Operator regarding the treatment plant operations; monitor, analyze and convey information regarding EPA regulations to the Chief Operator and assist in promulgation and implementation of appropriate policies to ensure compliance.

Perform service line connection inspections as required

Other duties as may be required or assigned, including assisting other divisions to achieve assigned tasks.


Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Ohio Driver License with CDL endorsement
Class II Water Treatment Operator's License
3+ years experience in treatment plant facility



Comments:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of water treatment plant operations and processes; knowledge of state and federal water distribution system requirements; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to read and record readings from gauges; ability to repair and maintain small engines, pumps, valves; knowledge of basic math, chemistry and biology.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in a variety of settings. Job may require on call, nights snd weekend work in adverse weather conditions. Exposure to hazardous gases and chemicals is possible. Using safety procedures and common sense will keep you safe.



Employer:
Fairfield County
Contact:
Abby Watson

Address:
210 East Main Street
Lancaster, Ohio 43130


Work Phone:
7406527685

Email:
Abby.Watson@fairfieldcountyohio.gov

Website:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfieldcountyoh/job