Employment Opportunities Title:
Plant Operator IV

Post Date
11/21/2018

Expiration Date
1/21/2019

Details:
Applications will be accepted on-line from November 21, 2018 until January 21, 2019 at the website address https://pueblowestmetro.com/172/Job-Opportunities.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Water and/or Wastewater Plants Managers or the Senior Plants Operator performs tasks in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants.

Work involves all aspects of operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater treatment systems. Employee follows instructions closely referring deviations in the work to others. Work is closely controlled and must be in compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

Essential Job Functions

Plants Operator performs duties with proficiency in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plant as well as distribution system pump stations and storage facilities in a safe manner.

Plants Operator performs duties with proficiency in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant and solids dewatering facility as well as collection system lift station pumps in a safe manner.

Plants Operator will collect samples, perform laboratory analysis and make changes in processes as well as maintain records in written and electronic forms.

Occasional supervision of the Plants Operator Trainee

All work must be in compliance with applicable policies, rules, regulations and laws.

Other Duties

Performs other plant maintenance items deemed necessary by the Operator’s supervisor or Senior Plants Operator.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Special Requirements

Must be available by telephone or other communication device.

Must provide own safety foot ware.

Physical Demands

Frequent use of keyboard devices, frequently requires heavy lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, crawling, crouching, climbing and walking over rough terrain.

Unusual Demands

Worker is subject to frequent interruptions and deadlines; subject to being on call; will be required to work unusual hours, weekends and holidays; subject to work in hazards and unpleasant conditions; occasional exposure to inclement weather.

Employee is required to participate in a stand by or on call duty on a rotation basis.

Qualifications:
Pre-employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Knowledge of principles, practices, materials and equipment used in water and wastewater treatment.

Ability to communicate with the public, to speak and write clearly; to maintain effective working relationships with others; to operate equipment in a safe manner.

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.)

Training and/or Education

High school diploma or G.E.D., supplemented with related courses.

Experience

A minimum of two years of related experience. Relevant college degrees could account for up to 50% of required experience.

Licenses or Certificates

Must have and maintain a valid Colorado class “R” driver’s license. Must acquire and maintain Class “C” certification in water and Class “C” certification in wastewater within one year. The operator will be expected to advance in certifications including "B's" and "A's" throughout employment. The higher the certification achieved the more operational responsibility will be given to the employee. The operator will be expected to maintain certifications throughout employment.

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Pueblo West Metro District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employer:
Pueblo West Metropolitan District
Contact:
Jennifer Pearson

Work Phone:
719-547-5022

Email:
jpearson@pwmd-co.us

Website:
https://pueblowestmetro.com/172/Job-Opportunities