GENERAL DESCRIPTION Treatment Plant Operator III Under general supervision to perform a variety of technical work involved in the operation and maintenance of a Water Treatment plant.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED This position exercises no supervisory responsibilities; however, the Treatment Plant Operator I, II and III will participate in training the Treatment Plant Operator Trainee.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES Treatment Plant Operator III

• All above requirements with an increased understanding of Rules and Regulations.
• Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, lakes, and vendors.
• Oversees plant is operating efficiently; maintain records; prepare reports regarding the operation of the plant and quality of the plant product; suggest methods of improving plant efficiency.
• Troubleshoots and recommends corrective action towards a resolution of maintenance or operation problems.
• Assists with conducting chemical and bacteriological analysis of treatment plant products using quality control data analysis data of plant products.
• Based on the analysis of information from meter readings, gauges and other control/measuring devices, makes required adjustments.
• Maintains effective communication and working relationships with employees, governmental officials, and the general public.
• Performs process control laboratory analysis.
• Maintains and enters process control as well as other data into the appropriate computer systems.

OTHER JOB -RELATED DUTIES

• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of:

• State and Federal requirements, rules and regulations for Water Treatment.
• Safe chemical handling practices.
• Basic algebra and general math skills.
• Methods, materials, practices, equipment, and facilities involved in Water Treatment

applicable State and Federal regulations.

• Workplace occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to:

• Operate and maintain various laboratory equipment and systems.
• Use and maintain a variety of tools and equipment used in water and wastewater treatment and repair activities.
• Visually, physically, and audibly identify anomalies associated with pumps and motors.
• Make logical decisions based on available and/or acquired data through SCADA and computer systems.
• Operate basic computer equipment.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle in all types of weather.

Ability to:

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Read, write and understand the English language and follow written and oral instructions.
• Physically perform duties related to building and grounds maintenance, including mowing, weed-eating, sweeping, mopping, painting, and digging.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted inthe course of work, both internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values - Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
• Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Divisions mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the Abilities listed above:

Perform laboratory process control testing.