CSO O&M Technician Apprentice

SUMMARY: Performs skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Treatment Facility. Prepares the CSO facility for rain events and cleans up after rain events. Monitors the CSO treatment facility and process using SCADA system. Collects operational data for the CSO Facilities and assists in preparing reports. Inspects troubleshoots, and repairs pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, backflow, preventers, HVAC systems, air compressors, grit collection, chemical feel equipment, odor control systems, bar screens, vortex units, and other equipment related to combined sewer overflow treatment. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities using LAWSON work order system. The 40-hour workweek schedule varies, depending upon the occurrence of rain events. The operator will be expected to work at night, on weekends, and on holidays when there is a rain event. All CSO O&M Technicians are on call 24/7. This also includes positions within the career ladder: CSO O&M Technician Apprentice (grade 08), CSO O&M Technician I (grade 10), and CSO O&M Technician Il (grade 11), CSO O&M Technician III (grade 12)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Performs skilled work in the operation of the CSO as scheduled by the Superintendent.

- Responds to rain events on an on-call and as-needed basis. Prepares the CSO facility for rain events and cleans up after them. Keeps the work area neat and clean.

- Operates chemical feed systems for compliance with state and federal regulations. Collects operational data for the CSO Facilities and assists in preparing reports.

- Monitors CSO treatment facility and process using SCADA system.

- Completes tasks following CWW Safety Procedures.

- Performs preventive and corrective maintenance activities using LAWSON work order system.

- Participates in staff meetings and training sessions.

- Receives chemical deliveries.

- From time to time, may be called upon by a supervisor to perform other duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required. An associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, mechanics, and/or mathematics is preferred. Possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record are required. A minimum of one (1) year of maintenance and/or equipment operation experience is required, preferably in a wastewater treatment facility. Thorough knowledge of a wastewater facility's equipment and processes and specialized training in wastewater treatment is preferred. Must draw and read all graph types and read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions procedures, and blueprints required. Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence, and record keeping is required. Working experience and knowledge of database systems are needed.

Required: Entry-level candidates (Grade 8) must obtain a Class "Ill" Wastewater Operator's certificate issued by the Georgia State Board of Examiners for Water or Wastewater Operators certification within one year of employment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and keep records. Ability to read blueprints.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to draw and read graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or equipment, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear, and smell, and occasionally sit, climb, and balance.

The employee must occasionally lift and be able to move objects of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moderate noise and vibration. The employee frequently works outside in all weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes, gases, and airborne particles. The employee regularly works with and around chemicals, blood-borne pathogens, confined spaces, associated tanks, piping, and chemical feed systems commonly found in the wastewater industry.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: 25-56

PAY GRADE: 8