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This is a full time regular non-exempt position under the direction of the Utility Supervisor. The incumbent performs various skilled and semi-skilled tasks involving operating and maintenance procedures on water quality, water treatment, and related facilities.
Performs sample collection and various field and laboratory analysis to determine proper process controls and systems evaluation to meet water quality requirements; evaluates field equipment performance and performs repairs as necessary, prepares reports and data for the water system and State Department of Health. Incumbent inspects and/or repairs chlorine machines, wells, booster pumping stations, reservoir and meters at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly. This position assists with routine or emergency public works maintenance operations and performs other duties as assigned
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform water quality analysis to determine process efficiency and make any needed changes, determines proper flow rates, set points and process control changes, calibrate chemical residual analyzers for efficient treatment operation.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in a clean, orderly condition to ensure the continuous operation of water pumps to maintain full reservoirs in the city water system. Keep daily records of plant operation, check reservoir levels, and perform telemetry equipment maintenance when necessary.
• Review plans for new construction and remodeling, as they relate to the City’s water system.
• Perform cross connection control inspection to ensure quality of potable water, ensuring conformance with federal, state and local backflow regulations, and receives, investigate and recommend remedies for customer complaints.
• Maintain accurate backflow device certification records; maintain files of all devices installed including history of premises, correspondence and test results; ensure timely testing of devices.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of the Public Works Operation activities relating to the City’s Wellhead Protection Plan (WHPP), Lead and Copper Corrosion Control (CC), and other water quality programs. Arrange for and collect field data and samples, prepare reports, and compile documentation required for regulatory compliance of Milton’s water system and source aquifers.
• Maintain knowledge of the Department of Health Water Quality Regulations.
• Operate all types of meters, analyzers and testers, hand and power tools to troubleshoot, repair, adjust and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Work with the Supervisor to schedule and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on various facilities chemical feed equipment, pumps, electrical motors, piping, control systems, and other equipment in the water system.
• Assist with the preparation, printing and distribution of the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
• Responsible for monitoring, requisitioning, and storage of chemicals, lab supplies, tools, and safety supplies; anticipate future needs and make requests for supplies; track usage for record-keeping purposes.
• Ensure all necessary water quality samples are taken and tested.
• Adjust treatment systems to optimize water quality parameters to set standards (including disinfection, pH, iron and magnesium removal).
• Conduct training sessions to familiarize back-up personnel in facility operations, standards, equipment, and process controls, may also conduct facility tours.
• Conduct investigations of unexplained water quality monitoring results or customer complaints.
• Assist other Water Department crews as needed, may serve as crew lead for small crews or special projects.
• May assist the Supervisor with coordinating contractor work on equipment and facilities and inspecting contractor performance to verify that work meets City standards.
• Operate a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment and drives various sizes of trucks.
• Requires consistent, in-person attendance on the job site.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Modern water treatment plant practices, hydraulic principals, water quality regulations and routine sampling and analysis procedure.
• Safe working practices and operation of chemical feed systems, including repairs and maintenance.
• Methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in the operation, maintenance and repair of water systems and components.
• Mathematics, algebraic formulas, percentage calculations, conversions, chemical dosages, demands, residuals and chemical strengths for operating adjustments to the treatment process.
• Personal computer and correct usage of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Effective organization and expression of ideas through use of oral and written communications.
• Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time and during inclement weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated sites, and hazardous atmospheres using appropriate safety equipment; safely work with hazardous chemicals and to protect other workers in the work site.
• Climb ladders in vaults, manholes, and tanks in the water systems.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare correspondence and routine reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public and the ability to work independently.
• Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and maps, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; and
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in general water utility maintenance and two (2) years experience in Water Quality Treatment or Water Facilities operations and maintenance which would demonstrate the ability of the incumbent to perform the job functions with minimal supervision.
Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience, which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill and ability to perform the essential duties listed above.
Licensing and Other Requirements:
Valid Washington State Driver's License
Water Distribution Manager 1 Certification upon hire
Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 Certification upon hire
Cross Connection Specialist Certification preferred (must obtain/maintain within 6 months of hire)
Valid Traffic Control Flagging Card (ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
Valid First Aid/CPR Card (ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
Maintain State requirements for certifications
Office Equipment Used:
Personal computer, with programs including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, spreadsheets in Excel and SCADA computer supporting Wonderware and alarm software.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
The work is performed both inside and outside and may be exposed to the elements. Work outdoors is accomplished by traveling from site to site several times each day, using City vehicles. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand for long periods of time, stoop, kneel and frequently lift and/or move 60 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Must have the ability to hear, see (including peripheral, color, distance and depth perception) and to move/react quickly. This job requires the employee to be able to perform physical and repetitive labor, often in inclement weather and/or adverse working conditions. Must have the physical strength and agility sufficient to perform the work. Requires working in traffic. There is frequent exposure to loud noises, extreme heat and cold.
This description was prepared to indicate the general nature, kinds of activities, and levels of work difficulty typically required. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and/or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. Individuals may be required to perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Milton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on disability, race, marital status, gender, religion, age or national/ethnic origin.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and the requirements of the job change.
Please submit cover letter, resume and city application (available on website) to tsummers@cityofmilton.net or 1000 Laurel St, Milton, WA 98354 or by fax to 253-922-2385. Open until filled.
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