Section
50.01 Utility Maintenance Director
50.02 Water Superintendent
50.03 Water Plant Operator Class I
50.04 Water Plant Operator Class II
50.05 Water Plant Operator Class III
50.06 Water Plant Operator-in-Training
50.07 Sewer Superintendent
50.08 Sewer Plant Operator Class I
50.09 Sewer Plant Operator Class II
50.10 Sewer Plant Operator-in-Training
(A) Primary responsibility. Under general direction from the Mayor and other relevant department heads, the Utility Maintenance Director maintains the city’s water distribution and sewer collection infrastructure. Under general supervision, he or she performs unskilled and semi-skilled duties necessary for the provision of city services, and performs related work as required.
(B) Essential job-related responsibilities.
(1) Maintains the city’s water distribution system and wastewater collection system in compliance with all applicable statutes and regulations;
(2) Installs/repairs water distribution and wastewater collection lines;
(3) Conducts or supervises required testing and prepares/submits accurate reports to appropriate regulatory agencies;
(4) Makes needed repairs and performs preventive maintenance;
(5) Installs and/or repairs water meters;
(6) Ensures necessary supplies are available;
(7) Maintains accurate and complete records;
(8) Performs routine clerical tasks associated with job responsibilities; and
(9) Performs other related duties as required.
(C) Qualifications. The Utility Maintenance Director must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license; be able to read, write, and speak English; and be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
(D) Typical working conditions. Work is typically performed outdoors. The Utility Maintenance Director is required to perform strenuous duties under any weather conditions, and must possess excellent manual dexterity and be able to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time; additionally, occasional office work may be necessary.
(Order 16-2019, passed 6-6-2019)
(A) Primary responsibility. The Water Superintendent is responsible for the supervision of all water plant employees and the operation of the water plant.
(1) The Water Superintendent is also responsible for a variety of construction and maintenance equipment and for performing manual activities as needed and/or required by the Public Works Department.
(2) Workers in this position may be utilized in other departments as needed. This position requires that the superintendent follow all regulations and laws pertaining to the operation of the water plant and water distribution system. The Water Superintendent shall ensure that forms and records are entered and submitted in a timely and accurate manner, and shall follow and enforce all parts of the city’s personnel policy.
(B) Essential job-related responsibilities.
(1) Prepares daily and monthly report of operations and related records, and ensures compliance with all state and federal reporting requirements;
(2) Works with the Mayor in the development and implementation of Departmental policies, goals, objectives, procedures, and priorities for the water treatment plant;
(3) Assesses and monitors work load and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; and directs and implements changes;
(4) Plans, directs, and coordinates the Department’s work plan; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures; and meets with appropriate staff to identify and resolve problems;
(5) Focuses on water loss and improved efficiency;
(6) Assists with the development the Department budget, and reviews and helps determine a forecast of funds needed for equipment, materials, and supplies;
(7) Remains responsible for scheduling and supervising plant operators, the building and grounds maintenance at the plant, and maintaining distribution lines; and
(8) Will perform any other related duty as required or assigned.
(C) Qualifications. The Water Superintendent must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; have demonstrable proficiency in computer programs utilized by the office; possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license; possess and maintain a Class III water treatment plant operator’s license issued by the commonwealth and a water distribution license; and be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
(D) Abilities. The Water Superintendent shall have the ability to detect mechanical flaws and make minor repairs to plant and equipment; assist with maintaining preventive maintenance and servicing program; prepare and maintain accurate reports; assist with maintaining inventory of chemicals, spare parts, and tools; establish and maintain effective working relationships with officers, other employees, and the general public; and the physical ability to perform heavy labor for extended periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions.
(E) Typical working conditions. The Water Superintendent may be required to work in extreme weather conditions such as: high temperatures; cold temperatures; rain and storm conditions; snow; and ice. The Water Superintendent may be required to lift heavy items or work in confined spaces. The job may also require long periods of standing, bending, walking or climbing. The Water Superintendent may be scheduled or called to work at times other than his or her normal shift.
(F) Disclaimers.
(1) The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
(2) The city is an equal opportunity employer. It is the city’s policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or family status, an individual’s status as a smoker or nonsmoker, genetic makeup, or any other status or condition protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.
(3) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. To request an accommodation, contact the City Clerk/Treasurer.
(4) This position is at-will and nothing contained in this job description is intended to, nor does it, create a contract of employment for any specific duration.
(Order 7-2019, passed 6-6-2019)
(A) Primary responsibility. Under general supervision, the Water Plant Operator Class I assists in the daily operation and maintenance of the water plant involving the collection of water, and performs related work as required.
(B) Essential job-related responsibilities.
(1) Assists in the daily operation and maintenance of the water plant, including startup and/or shut-down of plant and equipment, involving collection of water in compliance with established procedures and standards and federal and state laws and administrative regulations;
(2) Assists with inspection and/or monitoring of pumps, charts, gauges, and meters daily;
(3) Adds chemicals in accordance with prescribed standards; assists lab personnel in collection of water samples; checks proper adjustment of feeder equipment; adjusts chemicals as necessary;
(4) Prepares and maintains accurate reports/records;
(5) Forwards water samples and reports as required;
(6) Assists with performing servicing and preventives maintenance programs on plant and equipment; makes minor repairs and/or adjustments on plant and equipment; forwards requests for major repairs and/or equipment to superiors;
(7) Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of spare parts, chemicals, equipment, and tools;
(8) Assists with minor construction projects;
(9) Assists with cleaning of plant and grounds; and
(10) Will perform any other related duty as required or assigned.
(C) Qualifications. The Water Plant Operator Class I must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; have demonstrable proficiency in computer programs utilized by the office; possess and maintain a valid state’s driver’s license; possess and maintain a Class I water license issued by the commonwealth; and be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
(D) Knowledge. The Water Plant Operator Class I shall have working knowledge of: water plant operations; federal and state laws and administrative regulations with reference to water treatment; functions, servicing, and maintenance requirements of mechanical equipment and machinery; math and chemistry; computer hardware and applicable software programs; and knowledge of, and ability to, comply with safety standards.
(E) Abilities. The Water Plant Operator Class I shall have the ability to detect mechanical flaws and make minor equipment; assist with maintaining preventive maintenance; prepare and maintain accurate reports; assist with maintaining inventory of chemicals, spare parts and tools; establish and maintain effective working relationships with officers, other employees, and the general public; and the physical ability to perform heavy labor for extended periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions.
(F) Typical working conditions.
(1) Work requires sitting at desk with intermittent standing, walking, stooping. The Water Operator Class I must lift objects over 50 pounds; must operate vehicles and equipment; and is required to be in high places and confined spaces, and use stairs and ladders.
(2) He or she may be exposed to fumes, chemicals, and toxic substances, and some work is performed outdoors, regardless of weather conditions.
(3) Typical tools, equipment, and vehicles used by the Water Plant Operator Class I include: construction and/or mechanical tools and equipment (e.g., hand tools, power tools, and the like); laboratory equipment, normal office equipment (e.g., phones, computers, calculators, and the like); chemical feeders; safety equipment; and vehicles.
(4) He or she has occasional contact with the public and employees or supervisors from other departments. There is what is considered to be little use of confidential information, and the mental effort required by this position is considered to be moderate to heavy; the job has frequent interruptions.
(5) The Water Plant Operator Class I must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours; overtime is considered nonexempt.
(G) Additional information.
(1) Instructions are detailed and specific, covering all aspects of the work; instructions are more general after the Water Plant Operator Class I learns each job.
(2) Work varies slightly, and the Water Plant Operator Class I is seldom required to take different, new, or unusual approaches in completing work assignments; problems require analysis based on precedent.
(3) Most completed work is reviewed until the Water Plant Operator Class I learns each job.
(Order 9-2019, passed 6-6-2019)
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