What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water System Operator position at City of Anaheim?
The City of Anaheim is seeking a Water System Operator. This individual will be proactive, motivated and responsive to Anaheim residents. They will have the ability to prioritize assignments and work independently on a rotating shift schedule that includes after hours and weekends. The successful candidate maintains control over water system operations by use of the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems and is responsible for dispatching crews using Outage Management systems (OMS) to ensure reliable service to customers.
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Use of a SCADA system to monitor and adjust system equipment to meet varying demands and conditions, including responding to alarms and taking corrective actions.
Perform flow, pressure and chemical adjustments, following proper procedures, to assure health, safety and water system reliability.
Use a personal computer for a variety of tasks, including: writing and modifying water programs; sending water service interruption notices; accessing customer information systems, mapping systems, and creating and completing forms, writing and sending documents, writing and sending e-mail.
Callout emergency crews to respond to interruptions in service, create energy control plans, initiate dispatch orders and record repairs and issue clearances to crews to make repairs
Maintain System logs, document control room and water crew activities
Respond to customer trouble calls pertaining to water leaks, water quality, high and low pressures, service disconnections, drought response, capital improvements and other water related concerns. Provide both internal and external customer service in a wide variety of disciplines by directing customers to the appropriate City department.
Inspect and coordinate maintenance related duties of water reservoirs and water treatment systems.
Calibrate instruments and maintain chemical feed pumps
Monitor all water treatment facilities, wells and reservoirs for water quality and operational related characteristics; sample and perform chemical, physical and biological analysis on the treatment process before and after treatment to comply with all regulatory requirements.
Perform depth sampling of wells and water reservoirs.
Collect data; tabulate records of treatment effectiveness; maintain records and logs of operation and water quality data; prepare operation orders and perform call out procedures.
Coordinate a variety of personnel in the activities necessary to maintain water service.
Use of a SCADA system to monitor and adjust system equipment to meet varying demands and conditions, including responding to alarms and taking corrective actions.
Perform flow, pressure and chemical adjustments, following proper procedures, to assure health, safety and water system reliability.
Use a personal computer for a variety of tasks, including: writing and modifying water programs; sending water service interruption notices; accessing customer information systems, mapping systems, and creating and completing forms, writing and sending documents, writing and sending e-mail.
Callout emergency crews to respond to interruptions in service, create energy control plans, initiate dispatch orders and record repairs and issue clearances to crews to make repairs
Maintain System logs, document control room and water crew activities
Respond to customer trouble calls pertaining to water leaks, water quality, high and low pressures, service disconnections, drought response, capital improvements and other water related concerns. Provide both internal and external customer service in a wide variety of disciplines by directing customers to the appropriate City department.
Inspect and coordinate maintenance related duties of water reservoirs and water treatment systems.
Calibrate instruments and maintain chemical feed pumps
Monitor all water treatment facilities, wells and reservoirs for water quality and operational related characteristics; sample and perform chemical, physical and biological analysis on the treatment process before and after treatment to comply with all regulatory requirements.
Perform depth sampling of wells and water reservoirs.
Collect data; tabulate records of treatment effectiveness; maintain records and logs of operation and water quality data; prepare operation orders and perform call out procedures.
Coordinate a variety of personnel in the activities necessary to maintain water service.
Experience: Journey level potable water treatment plant and water distribution system experience required. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Knowledge of: Techniques, practices, and methods of operation in chlorination, clarification, filtration, chemical feed, ozonation and mechanical equipment associated with water supply, treatment and distribution system; potable water treatment plant and related equipment; personal computer operations to insure proper water flows, storage and pressure levels; water chemistry related to treatment operation for a potable domestic water system; principles, operating and maintenance requirements of pumps and motors, both electric and internal combustion; equipment automation, pneumatics, mechanics and electricity as applied to water treatment operations; operating characteristics of a potable domestic water system; standard water system operating policies and procedures; safe work practices.
Ability to: Conduct treatment processes such as coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, disinfection and filtration; operate water pumps, chlorinators, compressors, filters, and other related equipment; calibrate and read chemical feed pumps, disinfection and laboratory equipment; perform water quality analyses chemical, physical, biological and basic laboratory work; maintain data, records, and charts; work with considerable independence and initiative; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; perform work in emergency situations as necessary; prepare chemical solutions for treating potable water; adjust and manipulate automated water treatment devices to obtain optimum effectiveness.
Knowledge of: Techniques, practices, and methods of operation in chlorination, clarification, filtration, chemical feed, ozonation and mechanical equipment associated with water supply, treatment and distribution system; potable water treatment plant and related equipment; personal computer operations to insure proper water flows, storage and pressure levels; water chemistry related to treatment operation for a potable domestic water system; principles, operating and maintenance requirements of pumps and motors, both electric and internal combustion; equipment automation, pneumatics, mechanics and electricity as applied to water treatment operations; operating characteristics of a potable domestic water system; standard water system operating policies and procedures; safe work practices.
Ability to: Conduct treatment processes such as coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, disinfection and filtration; operate water pumps, chlorinators, compressors, filters, and other related equipment; calibrate and read chemical feed pumps, disinfection and laboratory equipment; perform water quality analyses chemical, physical, biological and basic laboratory work; maintain data, records, and charts; work with considerable independence and initiative; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; perform work in emergency situations as necessary; prepare chemical solutions for treating potable water; adjust and manipulate automated water treatment devices to obtain optimum effectiveness.
License/Certification Required: Possession of a Grade III Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board and a Grade III Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board; possession of a valid California Driver's License.
| IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION Applications will be accepted until Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. Equal Opportunity Employer |
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