HomeMy WebLinkAboutSenior Treatment Plant Operator - WaterUpdated: March 2024
CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Senior Treatment Plant Operator – Water
Department: Public Works
Division: Water
Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent – Water / Water Superintendent
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 14
Job Number: 1412
Job Summary
Under general direc�on, coordinates and par�cipates in the daily opera�on and maintenance of
the City water treatment plant.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Coordinates and par�cipates in treatment plant opera�ons and maintenance, evaluates
process changes and problems, ensures consistent control is maintained by all shi�s in
compliance with applicable local, federal, and state laws and regula�ons.
• Par�cipates in training new treatment plant personnel.
• Maintains records rela�ng to chemical inventory, water flows, pressures, level, and
quality.
• Places chemical orders and coordinates deliveries.
• Maintains plant safety programs, par�cipates in training, and ensures compliance with
applicable laws and regula�ons.
• Coordinates maintenance work on water treatment plant and grounds.
• Oversees general, relief and emergency opera�on shi� scheduling.
• Coordinates ac�vi�es related to laboratory quality control/quality assurance studies,
sampling programs and repor�ng requirements, ensures Department of Natural
Resources compliance, sampling quality control, prepares monthly opera�ng report.
• Inspects and troubleshoots water treatment plant equipment, analyzes SCADA
repor�ng, and facili�es to locate needed repairs, maintains a spare parts inventory.
• Coordinates special projects and gathers informa�on as requested.
• Contacts technical representa�ves, equipment vendors and suppliers, solicits bids and
purchases supplies and equipment as needed.
• Monitors work of outside contractors and evaluates compliance with contractual
agreements.
• Par�cipates in budget development for opera�ons and maintenance.
• Assists in public tours inquiries and informa�onal programs.
• Operates the water plant.
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• Completes monthly DNR opera�ng reports, completes renewal of facility licenses and
permits.
• Performs rou�ne or emergent electrical switching opera�on to facilitate maintenance,
plant shutdown and restart by generator, in the event of power outage or due to local
energy compliance.
• Performs emergency du�es related to water main breaks, responds to a�er-hour
emergency calls.
• Provides customer service internally and for external customers such as the public and
vendors, performs water quality complaint inves�ga�ons.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in
water treatment plant operations and/or maintenance.
• State of Iowa DNR Grade III Treatment Plant Operator Cer�ficate. State of Iowa DNR
Grade IV Treatment Plant Operator Cer�ficate required within three years of hire.
Sa�sfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver’s license instruc�on
permit upon first day in posi�on. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license
with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months of hire. Na�onal Incident
Management System Training ICS 100, IS 700 within two years of hire. Meet federal drug
tes�ng requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age.
Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits
of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the posi�on.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related
experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to atend work regularly.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
• Ability to perform basic calcula�ons and calcula�ng formulas, plant flows, chemical feed
rates, total pumpage, and averages.
• Ability to prepare and present writen reports and findings.
• Ability to read and understand technical reports, manuals and government regula�ons.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
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• Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists.
• Knowledge of occupa�onal hazards and safety precau�ons.
• Knowledge of water laboratory quality control methods.
• Knowledge of water process control theory and methods and applicable regula�ons.
• Skill in collec�ng water samples and conduc�ng laboratory tests.
• Skill in evalua�ng water plant equipment and process performance.
• Skill in opera�ng equipment and instrumenta�on at water treatment plant.
• Skill in using computers and applicable software applications (Microsoft Office – Word,
Excel, Outlook).
Supervision
Involves leadership role such as regularly guiding, training, and providing direction to
permanent staff in completing basic, entry-level daily tasks and assignments. Does not carry out
disciplinary action, does not hire or fire, is not responsible for writing or delivering performance
review.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee
regularly lifts and/or moves 10 pounds, occasionally will lift and/or move 25 pounds, and will
occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving
mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic
chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee
is frequently exposed to outside weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen,
insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves
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more than moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves more than moderate exposure
to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024)
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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