What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Plant Operator I position at City of Cedar Rapids?
About our Organization
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!
About this Opportunity
Operates water treatment plants and remote sites in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Controls, monitors, analyzes, interprets, and evaluates situations and conditions within treatment and distribution processes to comply with Public Water Supply (PWS) Operating Permit, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and local policies.
Continuous operations; works under minimal supervision; work schedules are pre-established; shift vacancies are filled based on operational need; work is assigned based on operational need; work is repetitive and routine.
The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization. Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Operates water treatment plant processes (lime softening, coagulation, chloramine disinfection, pH adjustment, filtration, fluoridation, corrosion control);
- Operates remote sites (pump stations, distribution storage, wells, and dam);
- Controls and monitors treatment and distribution processes in manual mode or automated mode;
- Collects and appropriately logs data from hardware devices and software applications;
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets water and other process samples. Makes adjustments;
- Anticipates distribution system situations and conditions and adjusts treatment and supply;
- Cleans, services and performs Operator level maintenance on equipment and work areas;
- Occasionally move up to 55 pound bags of various chemicals;
- Troubleshoots equipment and performs Operator level corrections;
- Initiates work request for Maintenance level support;
- Receives and appropriately logs visitors. Provides safety briefing for new visitors;
- Receives shipments and deliveries. Processes slips, tickets, invoices, and other documents;
- Monitors and logs daily chemical use and inventory;
- Monitors access control and security system and limits entry and access of non-essential personnel;
- Successfully completes all required technical, safety and organizational training;
- Conducts plant tours;
- Performs additional duties not specified above
- High school diploma or GED required
- State of Iowa Public Water System Certificate Treatment Grade 1 within twelve months of appointment.
- 8 week rotation that includes Monday-Friday 12am-8am and every other weekend 12 hour shifts
Hourly Rate
The Water Plant Operator I is covered under the AFSCME Bargaining Union, and all new hires begin employment at $25.07 per hour, regardless of years of experience. Employees in this classification receive a step increase on their anniversary. The steps effective 7/1/2023 include:
| New Hire | 1 year | 2 years | 3 years |
| $25.95 | $28.72 | $30.43 | $32.10 |
Salary : $26 - $66,768
