What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Plant Operator I position at Madison County Commission?
Assists the Plant Operator with the operation of water treatment plants. Monitors status of water treatment and distribution system. Makes necessary adjustments to maintain the reliability and integrity of the water supply system.(All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)
Education and Experience
- Monitors treatment plant operations to assure proper purification of water.
- Detects and reports indications of system malfunctions.
- Monitors and makes prescribed laboratory analysis of raw and finished water.
- Operates and makes routine adjustments to chemical feeders and other equipment to obtain the desired product in the most economical way.
- Keeps records of laboratory analysis, chemicals used, gallons treated, etc.
- Makes reports and calculations as prescribed by the Water Supply Supervisor.
- Makes routine inspection of the plant, reporting any malfunctions to the Plant Operator or Water Supply Superintendent.
- Carries out all responsibilities until a relief operator has arrived and has been briefed on current operating conditions.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Any combination of education and experience is equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.
- Considerable knowledge of a laboratory and laboratory equipment.
- Ability to operate chemical feed pumps, electrical controls, motor starters, and water test instruments.
- Ability to use a computer and operate a vehicle.
- Requires visual and manual dexterity, cannot be colorblind in order to differentiate color
- Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and able to climb steps and ladders.
- Must also be willing to work in inclement weather as required and work rotating shifts that may vary in duration.
- Must possess the Alabama Department of Environmental Management Grade III certification.
- Rotating Shifts
To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full.
Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.
Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.
Salary : $53,518 - $85,530
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