Water Plant Operator I

About The Position

The Water Plant Operator I is one of several water plant operator jobs within the water treatment plant for the City of Edmond. The water treatment operator helps with routine equipment/machinery adjustments, maintenance, occasionally supervising trainees. Employees must be willing and able to work shifts, holidays, and as part of a rotating on-call schedule to maintain 24/7/365 operations. Must be able to work 7:00 am to 5:00 pm with an 8 days on, 6 days off schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct process control sampling and testing via analytical laboratory work
• Perform bench-top Jar-Testing
• Monitor water quantity and distribution system pressure
• Monitor plant and well equipment and processes via sensors and tactile observation
• Monitor chemical use, adjust chemical dosages, and change chemical supplies (chlorine cylinders, polymer barrels, etc.)
• Obtain water operator licenses according to the following schedule (the City will assist with obtaining these licenses):
  • A temporary license within 10 days
  • A Class "D" within six months
  • Both a "C" Water Works Operator and "C" Water Works Laboratory Operator license within 2 years
• Document operational activities via plant logs, computer records, and bench sheets
• Monitor backwash progress and efficiency via lab instrumentation
• Perform preventive and general maintenance tasks for plant processes, systems, equipment, and appurtenances
• Perform housekeeping tasks (like cleaning plant equipment, buildings, and grounds)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 7 to 11 months of related experience and/or training
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Necessary Skills/Abilities

• Good mathematical ability
• Ability and willingness to take continuous education classes to maintain or upgrade ODEQ licenses
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, holidays, and as part of a rotating on-call schedule to maintain 24/7/365 operations
• Ability to meet required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass investigative background process, including a hearing test and drug screening

Benefits

• Opportunity to become an Operator II with experience and certification
• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Water Resources department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

Starting Salary: $20.18

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.