Water Treatment Plant Operator

City of Garnett, Kansas

Garnett, KS

Pay: $18-$28/hr

Shift: Full time

**WATER PLANT OPERATOR**

**Department: Water Production**

**Reports To: Water Plant Superintendent**

**Position Summary**

Under the supervision of the Water Plant Superintendent, the Water Plant Operator performs duties involved in the city’s water production plant. The employee in this position is responsible for maintaining continuous operation in the water treatment facility, monitoring the city’s connections with other water systems and delivering quality, potable water to the City of Garnett and other customers. The Water Plant Operator performs skilled and semi-skilled work. This employee participates in the operation and maintenance of plant facilities, machinery and equipment.

When necessary, the Water Plant Operator assists in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment and electric production facilities.

**Examples of Work**

· Checks or tests equipment regularly;

· Checks water levels and maintains flow from chemical feed machines;

· Performs tests for chlorine, ammonia, alkalinity, fluoride and PH and records results;

· Adjusts chemical feed rates for proper balance;

· Monitors and maintains adequate water pressure and water levels in water towers;

· Completes and submits water quality reports and all other State required reports and tests;

· Supports other departments on projects;

· Other related duties as deemed necessary or as assigned.

**Experience**

One to three years of water treatment experience is preferred. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well after six months in the position.

**Education**

High School Diploma or GED required;

Class III or Class IV Kansas Water License is preferred or must have obtained within 3 years.

**Skills**

General knowledge of water treatment processes and operations, safety procedures, equipment operation and maintenance, and chemical usage. Mathematical aptitude to calculate chemical addition for water treatment procedures. The ability to operate chemical feeders, pumping equipment, water testing equipment and other departmental equipment.

**Physical Demands**

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to utilize objects, tools, equipment or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must maintain a physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include working closely with others, high levels of public contact, and irregular working hours.

**Problem** **Solving & Decision-Making**

Problem solving is a factor in this position. Problems include maintenance of water treatment plant facilities, determining the type and amount of chemicals to add or remove from the water to achieve quality standards.

**Accountability**

Employee is not responsible for budgetary control of the department and does not participate in the annual departmental budgetary process.

**Supervision**

Supervision is required and job-related decisions are always reviewed by the Water Plant Superintendent.

**Personal Relations**

Continual contact with other city departments and the general public.

**Residency**

The employee working in this position is required to reside within a 30-minute response time from Garnett.

**Working Conditions**

Manual labor is required in this position. Adverse weather conditions and working with electricity and chemicals are factors in this position.

**Salary and Hours**

The pay scale for this position is $18.00 - $28.00 per hour with excellent benefits, pay is based off qualifications. The work schedule for the Water Plant Operator is shift work, with on-call and emergency callouts required as needed. The schedule is determined by the Water Plant Superintendent.

Resumes can be submitted to mhill@garnettks.net or twilson@garnettks.net

*Equal Employment Opportunity: The City of Garnett is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a di