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Water Treatment Tech / Plant Operator B / Plant Operator A

Denver Water · Lakewood, CO · 2 wk ago
OTHR$25.58–$28.99/hrFull-time

Job Description

Position Summary
Applications from this recruitment may be considered for future Water Treatment Technician full-time and Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions. LTE positions are project/program based and typically have a predetermined expected end date.

About the Role

This is an entry level position. Under direct supervision, train on and perform a variety of jobs necessary for the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants and relevant structures.

Responsibilities

  • Understand and apply physical and chemical conventional water treatment techniques to ensure an adequate supply of safe, high-quality water to the public.

  • Perform process control laboratory analyses using SCADA to manage and control operations.

  • Provide routine metrics and data analytics.

  • Operate multiple treatment plants including related subsystems.

  • Monitor the treatment process from the SCADA operating network; monitor various treatment processes including coagulant feed, rapid mix, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, and corrosion control treatment.

  • Monitor raw water and downstream finished water quality.

  • Capable of making all process decisions for facility operations to maintain compliance with Federal and State regulations and maintain all Denver Water Quality Goals and Targets.

  • Monitor systems for alarms, adjust, and provide appropriate response.

  • Operate and maintain chlorination equipment for pre-treatment, filtration, and disinfection systems.

  • Maintain Risk Management Program (RMP) compliance through training, proper use of PPE and annual mandatory inspection, repair and replacement of chlorination equipment and instrumentation.

  • Complete initial 40-hour RMP training and meet annual 8-hour RMP training requirements.

  • Calibrate laboratory equipment, compare to on-line instrumentation readings, and maintain records.

  • Operate and maintain solids handling systems.

  • Provide appropriate first response to emergencies and spills including those involving hazardous materials.

  • Wear respirators including self-contained breathing apparatus as required.

Requirements

  • Education and Experience:

    • High School Diploma or GED.

    • Minimum 1 year of general work experience for Water Treatment Tech.

    • Minimum of two years of related work experience for Plant Operator A and Plant Operator B.

  • Licenses, Registration, and Certifications:

    • Valid State of Colorado Water Operator Class A certification for Plant Operator A.

    • Valid State of Colorado Water Operator Class B certification for Plant Operator B.

    • 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification within 6 months of hire.

    • Colorado Treatment Operator Class D certification in water or wastewater for Water Treatment Tech within 12 months of hire.

  • Safety Sensitive Requirements:

    • English proficiency adequate to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers, including proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

    • Respiratory Protection Testing as directed per Denver Water Physician.

Qualifications

Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities for the position.

Skills

Must be able to perform safety sensitive functions, provide appropriate first response to emergencies and spills including those involving hazardous materials, wear respirators including self-contained breathing apparatus as required.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

  • Water Treatment Tech: $25.58 - $28.99/hr.

  • Plant Operator B: $31.49 - $35.69/hr.

  • Plant Operator A: $38.00 - $42.00/hr.

Schedule

N/A

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