Job Title: Water and Wastewater Certified Operator/Public Works Supervisor
Salary: Certified Operator: Level 1: $70,000-$100,000
Department: Public Works
Reports To: City Council
Prepared Date: July 8th 2024
Send Your Resume:
sa***@**********ul.us
P.O Box 7 St. Paul, OR 97137
More Information:
503-633-4971
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of semi-skilled, skilled, technical, maintenance, and administrative work in the planning, construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems. This position also provides guidance and supervision upon request for other general public works areas such as streets and parks.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the City Council. Independence of action and exercise of initiative are stressed. May receive administrative directions from Department Head (City Councilor) and/or City Council.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Lead person over assigned workers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs monitoring of the performance of all equipment, gauges and charts in municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems and pump stations to ensure all is operating properly; records statistical data concerning plant operations; performs maintenance, operation, repair and replacement of equipment as necessary; performs charting of lab results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results; evaluates data and writes reports as required.
2. Performs operation, maintenance and repair of malfunctions at the municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems; repairs gauges, pumps, filters and other controls and equipment. Accountable that all municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems are functioning within required standards.
3. Performs collection of samples and identification of concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of water and wastewater required in accordance with local, state and federal clean water requirements. Completes system efficiency reports as required. Monitors water quality and turbidity, and performs checking of chlorine levels
4. Trains and maintains lesser skilled workers in the operation of the municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems and in acceptable lab methods and procedures to assure accuracy of test results.
5. Performs calibration, modification or repair of any instrumentation and/or control equipment including recorders, flow meter and other water monitoring equipment for municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems.
6. Performs related duties as assigned including those of the maintenance workers as needed.
7. Coordinates the purchasing of needed supplies, equipment, and inventory for municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems.
8. Assist the City Recorder, City Treasurer and City Council in matters relating to municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems.
9. Requests and performs the location and identification of telephone, power, and cable lines from the appropriate sources and locates city’s water and sewer lines prior to excavation and informs applicable parties of such locations.
10. Responds to complaints regarding water leaks, pressure loss or no water; evaluates the situation, determines if liability lies with the city or property owner; explains findings to property owners and assembles appropriate work if directed.
11. Contacts residents and business owners in an area where services will be discontinued, explains when services will be shut off and how soon it will be turned back on.
12. Performs proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
13. Assists in overseeing the safety and training of assigned workers by assisting in the instruction of individuals in proper safety procedures and monitoring work in progress.
14. Assists in the inspection, control and use of supplies and equipment used in the maintenance, construction and repair of water lines and other facilities to ensure that all equipment is in proper working order.
15. Assists in analysis of annual operating costs, capital and equipment purchases and provides input to the City Treasurer for making recommendations for the city budget.
16. Maintains the drawings and schematics of electrical and other systems in the municipal water distribution systems and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems.
17. Performs run and maintenance checks of the storm water drain system.
18. Submits information required for developing and upgrading city maps showing location of water meters, manholes, shutoff valves, pipe depth, flow direction, hydrants and cleanouts of all water and sewer lines.
19. Other duties as requested by City Recorder, City Treasurer, and/or City Council.
20. Coordinates with staff and Contracted City Engineer to Inspect and monitor new and replacement installation of sidewalks and driveways to ensure compliance with city specifications.
21. Manages and maintains a balanced public works budget.
22. Maintains inventory record of service parts and equipment.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
1. Graduation from high school, as evidenced by a diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by two (2) years post secondary college or technical training in biology, environmental science, chemistry, or a closely related field; and
2. Two years of experience in operating and maintaining a water treatment facility, or experience relating to the construction, repair and maintenance of water supply and distribution systems including the operation of related maintenance equipment; or
3. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. A thorough knowledge of principles, practices, methods and equipment applicable to modern water and wastewater utility management.
2. A thorough knowledge of all State, Federal and City regulations applicable to water and wastewater operations and maintenance.
3. Ability to work with minimal supervision making good use of time and materials. Requires strong discretionary decision-making skills conducive to working in an independent environment while following all established authorization protocols.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public.
5. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, City Council, and the public; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
6. Ability to read sewer and water maps, knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in water, sewer, and drainage construction and maintenance
7. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
8. Ability to work safely.
9. Be willing to respond to emergency call outs and willing to perform weekend rounds
10. Ability to guide and motivate employees as directed; ability to operate and maintain various equipment used in water system maintenance and repair, ability to organize and supervise the activities of various crews performing construction and maintenance work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must possess and maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment, and insurable under the city’s insurance policy
2. Must possess and maintain all of the following certifications: Oregon Department of Human Services, Drinking Water Program Water Distribution Class I and Water Treatment Class I certification; and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, and Wastewater Collection Operator I certification, certified flagger Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites and public work sites under adverse field conditions.
3. Must be able to use and operate the tools and equipment specified for the position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
1. Computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base software, calculator, mobile radio, telephone, copy and fax machine, and a variety of lab equipment;
2. Motorized vehicles and equipment, including pickup truck, utility truck, tamper, plate compactor;
3. Saws, pumps, compressors, sanders, generators, trencher;
4. Common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, pumps, gauges, and detection devices.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Work is performed most in plant settings. Outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate instruments, computers and various pieces of office and other equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to work; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works around moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or
airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in office settings and loud in the field.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.