Lead Watewater Operator

About the role

The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Lead Utility Operator. The Lead Utility Operator is responsible for performing journey-level lead work that involves training and mentoring operations staff, provides guidance and direction to all operators in the daily operations of the treatment plant.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operational compliance and appearance of the facility by closely monitoring operations and performing inspections.
• Give work assignments to operators.
• Develop and conduct training for operations staff.
• Keep accurate records of operational activities and prepare reports.
• Prepare shift schedules and schedule projects.
• Coordinate sample collection.
• Evaluate work performance of operators.
• Monitor the health of clarifiers, digesters, grit removal systems, trickling filters, aeration blowers, gas chlorination systems, chemical feed systems, belt presses, bar screens, and rotary drum thickeners.
• Use Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) and WIMS logs to create, review, and monitor daily work activities.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule.
• Provide crew member performance feedback to the Wastewater Operations supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution, supplemented with college coursework or technical training.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in the assigned area of responsibility, or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
• Possess an ADEQ Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Operator