WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR

City of Richardson • Full-time • Richardson, Texas, United States • $47.32k - $69.65k / year • 1m ago

JOB SUMMARY:

Under supervision, monitor, control, and take charge of the water distribution system; monitor wastewater collection system on an assigned shift; direct field distribution operations; perform minor mechanical maintenance; operate computer-based control system. Receive calls and dispatch appropriate personnel; complete other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Monitor, control, and operate the water distribution system; monitor wastewater collection system. Operate the SCADA and Security systems. Monitor graphs to interpret and react to the distribution system and determine when a pump, or combination of pumps need to be started or stopped. Monitor rate of flow meters, record readings and production on log sheets. Monitor pump operation and record any abnormal trends, demands, or operations. Prepare daily operational reports. Maintain shift logs, receive calls, and dispatch appropriate personnel. Operate various types of computer equipment. Work in a confined area for 8+ hours and remain seated for long periods of time entering data into various computer systems. Assist in training other operators. Collect various water samples as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Enter job requests and work orders for utility, street, facility and solid waste operations. Keep facility clean while operating shift. Communicate courteously and effectively with other city employees, officials, and the public. Read, write (by hand), hear and follow written and oral instructions. Walk and carry, drag, lift, hold, pull and/or push up to 50 pounds of equipment. Climb crawl, drive, kneel, sit, squat, stand, twist, walk, and stoop. Sort various materials. Work in various extreme conditions; cold, heat, temperature swings, noise, outdoors, indoors and confined spaces, using proper safety precautions as needed. Work around some mechanical, electrical hazards, odors and dust, using proper safety precautions. Wear and properly use safety equipment. Drive to water sampling sites selected by TCEQ and to various other testing locations when conducting field tests.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Perform general cleaning and maintenance of facilities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION; DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR LICENSES:

High School Diploma or GED required. Texas Drivers License, Class C, required. Must have, or obtain within one year of appointment, a Class C Water Distribution License as issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Additional accredited training courses in water operations preferred.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

One year experience in water production, distribution, or treatment required. One year of experience preferred in the operation of pumps, motors, and associated equipment. Knowledge required of: pump production (million gallons per day) individually and combination; pressure zones and their boundaries and how water can be transferred from one zone to another zone; the terminology used in water pump operation. Must have abilities to: monitor charts and gauges, and correctly interpret and react to those interpretations; learn the characteristics of each pump station. Must have ability to follow written and oral instructions. Must have knowledge of dispatch, methods, materials, and equipment used in the operation, control and maintenance of water distribution systems and wastewater systems. Must be able to implement safe work practices. Must have abilities to: think and act quickly in emergencies; judge situations accurately; and dispatch appropriate personnel under normal and emergency situations. Must be able to: read and interpret various diagrams, devices and computer- generated data; maintain accurate records, maps and status boards. Must be able to prepare reports, effectively communicate in person, via telephone, radio, and in writing. Good written and oral communication skills are required. Must be able to: follow oral and written directions; operate computer-based equipment; and work on feet for up to eight hours.