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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPW- Water-Wastewater Operator Water/Wastewater Operator Page 1 Council Approved 01-03-17 Revised 01-02-18, 4-3-18, 10-21, 5-22, 7-23,5-24 City of Waukee JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Water/Wastewater Operator Reports to: Water/Wastewater Superintendent Dept/Div: Public Works/Water Wastewater Direct Reports: None Pay Grade: N26 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt JOB PURPOSE: The Water/Wastewater Operator is responsible for the safe and reliable distribution of the City’s potable water supply, and the repair and maintenance of the distribution system. Maintains and operates the wastewater collection systems following EPA and DNR regulations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Order of Essential Functions does not indicate the importance of functions.) 1. Directs and organizes work crews in the field for specific activities while completing the same or similar work. 2. Collects and analyzes water samples and prepares and submits reports to regulatory agencies, as required. 3. Maintains wastewater collection system and lift stations. 4. Maintains water distribution and city storage system including replacing and reading water and irrigation meters, operating, and maintaining water towers, hydrants, and valves. 5. Performs service calls and responds to customer complaints. 6. Makes recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of areas of responsibility, order supplies, for special needs/projects, and advise Water/Wastewater Superintendent of problems or potential problems. 7. Submits work reports to the Water/Wastewater Superintendent as requested. 8. Respond to emergency and on-call situations for any Public Works Division promptly. 9. Plows snow during regular business hours and after-hours during snow emergencies. 10. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned. SUCCESS FACTORS: 1. Demonstrates sound time-management skills by effectively or efficiently organizing, prioritizing, and completing multiple assignments promptly. 2. Safeguards confidential information and uses it or discloses it only as expressly authorized or specifically required in the course of performing specific job duties. 3. Confident in the use of computers and tablets and able to be trained in software required to complete the functions of the position. 4. Working knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances, and laws concerning water and wastewater regulations. 5. Contributes to overall City effectiveness by providing critical staff support to task forces and by participating, as necessary, in assisting all other teams. 6. Interacts effectively, professionally, and tactfully with the public. 7. Creates and participates in a team environment. 8. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all divisions and departments of the City and outside organizations. 9. Displays honesty, trustworthiness, dependability, and respectfulness always. 10. Understand and internalize the importance of seeking resolution to problems and concerns by bringing them to the direct attention of the supervisor promptly. 11. safely performs work complying with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and procedures while protecting self and all others from injury. 12. Attentive to the City’s and Public Works’ standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency, and all City and Department policies and procedures. Water/Wastewater Operator Page 2 Council Approved 01-03-17 Revised 01-02-18, 4-3-18, 10-21, 5-22, 7-23,5-24 QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training preferred. 2. Completion of three years of operational experience in water treatment, water distribution, and wastewater combined. 3. Must possess IDNR Grade 2 Distribution and Treatment certifications at the time of hire. 4. Must possess a valid Class B Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements or ability to obtain within six months of hire. 5. IDNR Wastewater Grade 2 certification or Iowa Water Environment Association (IAWEA) certification is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 75 pounds. 2. Able to move objects weighing over 100 pounds using assistive devices multiple times during the day. 3. Able to enter manholes. 4. Able to climb different types of ladders and stairs. 5. Able to enter and work within a confined space with proper training and PPEs. 6. Must have an acute sense of smell to detect an unsafe environment readily. 7. Able to maneuver in undeveloped areas on uneven surfaces for up to one mile in various types of weather. 8. Must be able to communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic devices and handwritten) in English with other employees, businesses, and community members. WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Daily work may be performed in adverse weather conditions. 2. Subject to on-call duties and emergency call-ins. 3. May be exposed daily to odors, dust, and gasses that may be uncomfortable or hazardous if proper procedures are not followed. 4. During different job duties the noise inside or outside can become very loud. 5. Position requires travel within and outside the city which imposes common travel hazards. 6. Standard work hours will be Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with occasional hours including evenings, overnight, and weekends as required. 7. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employees must maintain standard working hours within the Waukee Public Works Department. 8. The employee in this position is required to reside within a 30-minute radius of the city limits due to the need to respond to emergency calls promptly to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Waukee. I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right. Water/Wastewater Operator Page 3 Council Approved 01-03-17 Revised 01-02-18, 4-3-18, 10-21, 5-22, 7-23,5-24 Signature Date The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.