Employment Opportunities Title:
Water Treatment Plant Operator A

Post Date
10/21/2024

Expiration Date
11/21/2024

Details:
Sign On Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $10,000 bonus; with $5,000 paid on the first payroll, and $5,000 paid upon successful completion of the 6 month introductory period.
The deadline to submit applications is November 21, 2024. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.


The hiring rate for this position is $42.30/hour
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

Performs senior level “A” Certification duties in the maintenance and operation high performing, nationally recognized water treatment facilities. Aurora’s water treatment programs are recognized as leaders in the industry and all three water purification facilities have achieved the highest recognition by the Partnership for Safe Water as “Excellence in Water Treatment”.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for overseeing work performed on assigned shift and ensures treated water quality is at or above State, Federal, and Water Department standards
Act as Lead worker for operators on assigned shift.
Monitors raw and treated water flows, adjusts flows and pumping rates as needed; mixes chemicals
Conducts quality tests on raw and treated water
Maintains and calibrates on-line process analyzers
Performs evaluation of treatment process to ensure optimization; keeps records of chemicals used and tests performed
Keeps records of chemicals used and tests performed
Develop, monitor, and implement a process control plan for plant operation using manual and computerized systems
Maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, reports, and performs maintenance and repair of plant equipment
Maintain plant facility and grounds; maintains plant security
Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly reports of plant performance
Responds to questions, problems, and complaints concerning water quality or service
Trains and instructs staff in plant maintenance and operation activities
Ensures use of proper safety equipment and procedures
Ensures cleanliness of assigned areas and proper storage of equipment and supplies
May perform after hours dispatching duties
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.
Experience:

Experience required to obtain a Water Treatment Operator A certification as per CDPHE certification requirements
Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in water technology or water quality management preferred.
Knowledge:

Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant.
Knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, mathematics, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and plumbing structures;
Chemical analysis and testing techniques;
Personal computers including spreadsheet and word processing software applications.
Skills:

Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing and spreadsheet software applications.
Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors.
Abilities:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens; communicate effectively both orally and in writing
perform mathematical computations
perform chemical, physical, and biological control analyses, corrosion control and cross-connection control
work without close supervision
direct the work of other employees
Work shifts and nights; and work overtime, standby, and/or callback duty.
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment required for the job and able to meet requirements under the Aurora Water Respiratory Protection Program.
Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.
Licenses and Certifications Required:

Colorado Water Treatment Plant Operators Class A Certificate.
Colorado driver's license with a good driving history.
Essential Personnel:

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:

Medium physical work requiring ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively
Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Frequent walking and standing to monitor control room and treatment plant operations
Frequent pushing, pulling, and climbing to check system equipment
Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard and treatment plant controls
Foot/eye coordination for operation of motor vehicle
Clear vision to read and interpret written reports and control room gauges
Speech communications for communication with employees and citizens
Hearing and listening for instructions and warning signals.
Work Environment:

Works primarily indoors in a treatment plant facility with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and fumes;
some outdoor work.
Equipment Used:

Operates treatment plant equipment, computer, and motor vehicles.
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.

Employer:
Aurora Water
Contact:
Mackenzie Creamer

Work Phone:
3037397241

Email:
mcreamer@auroragov.org

Website:
https://auroragov.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/Griswold-Water-Treatment-Plant/Water-Treatment-Plant-Operator-A_JR105367

Salary/Wage Amount or Range:
$42.30/hour