CITY OF
UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR B
DEFINITION
This is a
non-exempt position, which is skilled work in the operation of a water or
wastewater plant on an assigned shift.
Work
involves responsibility for the operation of wastewater or water plants and for
the routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery. Employees exercise some independent judgment
in making adjustments to machinery, equipment and related control apparatus in accordance
with established procedures and standards. Employees ordinarily work
independently on an assigned shift and work is reviewed primarily through
analyses of charts and reports. Unusual
or major problems are reported to a supervisor and/or lead operator(s) as
necessary.
EXAMPLES
OF WORK PERFORMED
On an
assigned shift, performs all required chemical analyses; inspects plant
equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly;
takes samples of water or wastewater at various stages of the treatment process;
performs routine laboratory analyses to
determine
effectiveness of treatment procedures and records results; on the basis of
sample results, adjusts control devices for processes to provide effective
treatment; inspects and adjusts treatment plant equipment, as it relates to the
facilities. Inspects recorders and
meters, and make necessary adjustments to control the operations as required.
Performs
services and preventive maintenance on a variety of plant equipment and
machinery; cleans and paints equipment; assists mechanics in major repairs and
in installation work; performs general building maintenance and custodial work
at plant.
Instruct new
operators in the standard operating procedures.
Maintain log on process adjustment and prepares periodic summary reports
of operations.
Performs
related work in a safe and efficient manner as required and as directed.
Prepares
chemical batches as needed for operation.
KNOWLEDGE,
ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Some
knowledge of the general operation principles of electrical and mechanical
equipment, similar to wastewater or water treatment and pumping plant equipment
and machinery.
Some
knowledge of the mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the
equipment operated.
Knowledge of
the occupational hazards of the trade and of proper use of safety practices.
Ability to
make minor repairs to equipment operated.
Ability to
accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures, and to understand
and follow instructions.
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Ability to
detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment or processes, and to
institute remedial action.
Ability to
maintain detailed routine operating records.
Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City
employees, department officials, and the general public.
DESIRABLE
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation
from a standard high school or vocational school with supplemental college
level courses in water treatment or pollution control. Experience in the operation of electrical and
mechanical equipment and machinery similar to that in a water or wastewater
treatment plant.
Must possess
a minimum of Class "C" Operator License (depending on discipline)
from State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
This is a designated “Response” classification
in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying
this position to work for declared emergencies.
Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the
appropriate level is mandatory.
NOTE: This job classification is designated as a
“safety sensitive” or “special risk” position, therefore an employee in this
position is subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing as stated in the City
of
REV. 10/07
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-Free Workplace