Water Treatment Plant Plant Operator I/II

Business: The City of Westminster

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Government

Business Address:
1117 Old New WIndsor Pk.
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 848-5236

Contact Name: Sarah Ganjon
Title: Human Resources Associate
Email: sganjon@westminstermd.gov
Website: https://www.westminstermd.gov/

Job Description

An employee in this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties at the Water Treatment Plant, treating raw water and producing potable water in an efficient and effective manner, as defined by State and Federal guidelines., and performing repairs and maintenance activities to the Water Plant and well facilities.

Conducts 2-hour laboratory process testing of water and analyzes additional water samples as needed.
•Operates and backwashes clarifiers/filters to produce potable water in accordance with regulations.
•Replenishes chemical supplies, including changing cylinders and drum quantities and adjusts chemical feed rates as necessary.
•Accurately monitors, reads, and records information on meters, gauges charts and maintains operating logs and other required records.
•Accurately enters data into computer for State records.
•Collects water samples from distribution sites, well sites, customers, streams, and raw reservoir and accurately records data.
•Interfaces with the Treatment Plant computer operated Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition(SCADA) software program as well as programmable logic controller (PLC) controlled panels for a variety of treatment works equipment.
•Serves as a member of various employee committees as assigned.
•Participates in the inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and preventative maintenance of Plant equipment, vehicles, and physical facilities, according to an established maintenance schedule.
•Performs a variety of other duties as needed, including raising and lowering sump pumps in backwash pit, removing and installing well pumps, changing pump motors on booster pumps, etc.
•Gives suggestions regarding new projects and Plant standard operating procedures.
•Keeps supervisor informed of unusual or detrimental conditions including equipment malfunctions and/or other problems.
•Keeps informed on current department practices by attending workshops and educational
programs or reading specialized literature.
•Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
•Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma GED; or
•Equivalent combination of education, training and related experience.
Licenses or Certifications:
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Possession of a valid Temporary Class IV Water Treatment Certification from the State of Maryland within three (3) years of hire, which result in promotion to Certified Operator;
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Successful completion of various Maryland Center for Environmental Training classes;
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Possession of; or ability to obtain within six months on the job, a valid Class B CDL driver’s license with Tank vehicle and Air Brake endorsements;
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State Flagger certification;
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State Sampler’s Certification;
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First Aid training and CPR certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Knowledge of and the ability to accurately and safely operate equipment and tools used in thedepartment, including calculator, Plant computers, water and electrical test equipment, largepumps, and various motor vehicles.
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Ability to act as a representative of the City to the public.
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Ability to accurately read and record data from water samples, charts, and gauges, determine flow and chemical feed rates, read and comprehend State and Federal regulations regardingwater treatment.
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Ability to read, write, perform basic math skills, operate standard office equipment, and to understand verbal and non-verbal instructions.
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Ability to perform the physical aspects of the job.
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Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with customers, employees in other departments, suppliers, and supervisor.
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Ability to perform as a team member and through positive words and actions, support co-workers and City policy.
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Ability to respond properly in emergency situations and to complete assignments under pressure.
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Ability to respond politely to customers, co-workers, management, and to the general public.
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Ability to work on a 24 hour, on call status, responding to emergencies.
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Ability to work on a revolving schedule including some weekends and holidays.
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Knowledge of the City’s policies and procedures.
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Ability to keep all relevant parties informed of major issues and recommend changes as appropriate.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, H.S. Diploma/GED, Heavy Lifting, Physical Required, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: Plant Operator I (non-certified) $17.76/hour; will train; must either have or be able to obtain a CDL Class B license within 6 months. Plant Operator II (certified) $21.11/hour; must possess a valid CDL Class B license and current Class IV Water Treatment Certification from the State of Maryland
Number of openings: 2
Overtime: YES
Benefits: YES
Excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and pension plan.

Days of Work:
MONDAY 7:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M.  TUESDAY 7:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M.  WEDNESDAY 7:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M.  THURSDAY 7:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M.  FRIDAY 7:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M.
Shift: Day First Shift

How to Apply: https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=104&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Water-Plant-Operator-III-1st-Shift-391
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: Varies
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 09/30/2024