Water filter/waste disposal plant operator
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Arkansas Government Job
Summary
The Water Filter/Waste Disposal Plant Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining water-purifying equipment and testing water samples. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Typical Functions
Cleans water filters to allow unobstructed flow of water into treatment tanks and adjusts the flow of water by regulating valves. Collects samples of water and performs simple chemical tests using meters to monitor condition of water. Cleans chemical feeders, adjusts flow gauges, and fills with proper chemicals to be added into water. Operates, maintains, and repairs water pumps, filters, chemical feeders, and water tanks to ensure proper waste water treatment. Completes daily report on operations, activities, maintenance, and repairs at the plant to inform supervisor. Collects water samples and transports to Health Department monthly for quality control testing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Special Job Dimensions
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Knowledge of the water treatment/waste water plant operations and procedures. Ability to operate and maintain water treatment/waste water plant equipment. Ability to conduct basic water analysis. Ability to prepare written reports.
Minimum Education and/or Experience
The formal education equivalent of bachelor's degree in biology, natural science, chemistry, or a related field; plus two years of experience in environmental programs or water treatment plant operations. Must be licensed as a water treatment plant operator by the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission as established by Act 211 of 1971. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Qualifications
Employee must have a Water Distibution Operator License within 6 months of date of hire.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Agency Specific Information
Must qualify and receive a Common Access Card, which includes a National Agency Check background investigation. Must have and maintain a valid drivers license and be able to meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Arkansas Government Job
Summary
The Water Filter/Waste Disposal Plant Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining water-purifying equipment and testing water samples. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Typical Functions
Cleans water filters to allow unobstructed flow of water into treatment tanks and adjusts the flow of water by regulating valves. Collects samples of water and performs simple chemical tests using meters to monitor condition of water. Cleans chemical feeders, adjusts flow gauges, and fills with proper chemicals to be added into water. Operates, maintains, and repairs water pumps, filters, chemical feeders, and water tanks to ensure proper waste water treatment. Completes daily report on operations, activities, maintenance, and repairs at the plant to inform supervisor. Collects water samples and transports to Health Department monthly for quality control testing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Special Job Dimensions
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Knowledge of the water treatment/waste water plant operations and procedures. Ability to operate and maintain water treatment/waste water plant equipment. Ability to conduct basic water analysis. Ability to prepare written reports.
Minimum Education and/or Experience
The formal education equivalent of bachelor's degree in biology, natural science, chemistry, or a related field; plus two years of experience in environmental programs or water treatment plant operations. Must be licensed as a water treatment plant operator by the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission as established by Act 211 of 1971. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Qualifications
Employee must have a Water Distibution Operator License within 6 months of date of hire.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Agency Specific Information
Must qualify and receive a Common Access Card, which includes a National Agency Check background investigation. Must have and maintain a valid drivers license and be able to meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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