Employment Opportunities Title:
Plant Operator Water Reclamation Facility (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
Post Date
3/27/2020
Expiration Date
6/25/2020
Details:
Performs all necessary technical and physical functions needed to operate and maintain the treatment processes and equipment of the treatment plant under the guidance and direction of the Wastewater Treatment Manager and Lead Plant Operator.
The salary range for this position is $17.46- $39.47 per hour
Hiring range per certification level, qualifications and experience:
Plant Operator D $17.46 - $21.39 per hour
Plant Operator C $21.93 - $26.83 per hour
Plant Operator B $23.90 - $29.86 per hour
Plant Operator A $26.30 - $32.88 per hour
Next reading of applicants on: 4/10/20 at 4:30 P.M. M.S.T.
With over 300 days of sunshine, its proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park, its endless outdoor recreation options and a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene, Loveland has consistently been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S.. Featured by USA Today in 2017 as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America, the rest of the world is figuring out what we have known for quite some time… Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! ~ Love What You Do, Land With Us!
Benefits Package Includes:
Medical
Wellness Clinic
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Holidays
Vacation
Medical Leave
Wellness Program
City of Loveland University
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitors parameters, flows and equipment while performing plant rounds.
Assists in using accepted methods to produce the highest water quality in an economical manner.
Reacts to impending process problems in a timely and proper manner.
Assists personnel in meeting target parameters.
Monitors treatment efficiencies by performing and participating in all testing and sampling schedules with accepted techniques and at scheduled times.
Interprets test results and makes process adjustments and changes to optimize treatment processes.
Trains and assists less experienced staff as needed with operation of the treatment plant.
Performs calculations based on test results.
Gathers all pertinent operational information and communicates this information to on-site staff and subsequent shifts.
Keeps all records of parameters and accurate results up to date and neat.
Generates reports on energy usage or conservation, process parameters, and other subjects.
Maintains graphs and trend charts in a neat and current condition.
Enters data into computer accurately and on time.
Records operational changes, observations and completed jobs daily.
Maintains cleanliness in laboratory.
Performs maintenance and calibration of laboratory and on-line treatment plant equipment and field devices.
Collaborating with co-workers, Lead Plant Operator and Wastewater Treatment Manager to embrace a team effort at all times to maintain operation of the treatment plant.
Maintains all applicable data acquisition, records and archives.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Required to work various shifts including nights and weekends as needed.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs duties as necessary to act as Lead Plant Operator during absences of the Lead Plant Operator
Plant Operator A level individuals may act as Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC), as mandated by Colorado State Certification Board and City of Loveland Water Reclamation Facility Operating Plan.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Thorough knowledge of methods, equipment and procedures used in wastewater analysis.
Must have experience and knowledge of SCADA and HMI systems.
Knowledge of mathematics, sciences and regulatory standards relative to wastewater discharge standards for the City’s NPDES discharge permit and / or water quality standards.
Ability to apply logic of the scientific methods to solve problems encountered in laboratory testing.
Ability to assimilate and interpret scientific data as required for the methodologies utilized.
Ability to effectively train personnel in operations and lab procedures and techniques orally and in writing.
Ability to perform all instrument calibrations, sampling and testing procedures, such as turbidity, pH, settleometer, dissolved oxygen, alkalinity, TIN (Total Inorganic Nitrogen), ammonia, phosphorus, etc. used in wastewater treatment.
Must have knowledge of wastewater construction, rehabilitation, specifications and safety practices.
Ability to understand design/construction drawings and provide review comments and discussions with Water and Power staff, engineers, and contractors.
Ability to perform flow, dosage, loading and other applicable calculations manually.
Maintains effective working relations with co-workers and supervisor.
Core competencies:
Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness
Job specific competencies:
Job Expertise; Problem Solving; Reporting; Maintenance; Coaching
Material and equipment directly used:
Telephone, two-way radio, personal computer equipment, calculator, vehicle, safety equipment, breathing apparatus, laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Working conditions and physical requirements:
Work is performed in a laboratory, office, and industrial plant environment. Tasks will involve climbing ladders, stairs and steps, traversing catwalk grating, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping and kneeling on a frequent basis, and working in confined spaces. Work may also require working outside in all weather conditions and at all times of the day. Work may involve coming into regular and sometimes long-term contact with bacteria and odorous, infectious and obnoxious material. Work will involve performing sampling, equipment and instrument calibration and maintenance, often in difficult areas to access. Strenuous physical work involving moving, positioning, pushing, pulling or manipulating objects up to 150 pounds occasionally and/or moving, positioning and carrying loads of up to 50 pounds upstairs and loading on four-foot high surfaces frequently. Manual dexterity is required to complete work tasks through safe and proper operation of power and hand tools. Ability to inspect and determine status of equipment and unit processes using audio, visual, aromatic and tactile indicators. Ability to use gas monitoring equipment, safety tripod and harness and any other required safety equipment for entering either permit or non-permit required confined spaces. Ability to work unsupervised and alone on both day and evening shifts or at night during duty call-out. Ability to respond to audio alarms and phone calls. Mandatory On-Call rotation will include after-hour and weekend work. Must be available while On-Call by cellular phone 24 hours a day. Must respond within 45-minutes to 920 South Boise Ave.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.
Qualifications:
Education, and/or experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Specialized training or education in treatment plant operation is required to satisfy the Certification requirements below and as listed per Colorado Regulation 100.
Licensure and/or Certifications*:
The City of Loveland requires all wastewater operators to hold at least a State of Colorado Class C Wastewater Operator Certification. Newly-hired operators who do not hold at least a State of Colorado Class C Wastewater Operator Certification must obtain one according to the following schedule*:
State of Colorado Class D Wastewater Operators Certification – must be obtained within 6 months of date of hire.
State of Colorado Class C Wastewater Operators Certification – must be obtained within 36 months of hire date or from receiving a State of Colorado Class D Wastewater Operators Certification.
Plant Operator D - Must obtain and keep current from the State of Colorado a Class D Wastewater Operator Certification.
Plant Operator C - Must obtain and keep current from the State of Colorado a Class C Wastewater Operator Certification.
Note: All operators are encouraged to obtain a Class B or Class A Wastewater Operator Certification.
Plant Operator B - Must obtain and keep current from the State of Colorado a Class B Wastewater Operator Certification.
Plant Operator A - Must obtain and keep current from the State of Colorado a Class A Wastewater Operator.
* The referenced certification eligibility schedule may be adjusted or extended as needed to address State of Colorado Regulation 100, certification testing cycles and/or other mitigating factors as determined by the Director of Water and Power.
Comments:
To Apply Visit: www.cityofloveland.org
Employer:
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