Water Treatment Plant Operator

Performs tests during all stages of water treatment process. Monitors all equipment, meters, analyzers, and gauges. Visually inspects equipment, tanks, pumps, meters, and analyzers to be sure that they are functioning properly. Maintains records of flows, chemicals, chemical dosages, tank levels, and water quality for State reports and internal records. Monitors spill conditions on River and responds accordingly. Notifies responsible State and EPA agencies when necessary.

Inspects, monitors, and cleans filters, filter equipment and instruments. Operates, maintains and calibrates chemical feed pumps and analyzes calibrations. Cleans treatment plant and equipment. Monitors pumps to ensure appropriate water flow and maintain appropriate storage tank levels. Adjusts pumps as required by system demand in compliance with policies and procedures. Operates and monitors well supplies as required. Operates and monitors pumping station equipment. Completes booster and pump station records to document actions taken and status of system.

Assists maintenance staff with repairs. Responsible for minor plant maintenance, general laborer and housekeeping assignments. May receive, research and resolve customer questions or complaints. Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be over 18 years of age with high school education and meet WV State licensure requirements. Two (2) years of post-high school education is preferred. To operate plant and fill a vacant position, must possess a minimum of a Class Ill. May require additional certifications as determined by Federal, State and Local requirements.