Southern Oklahoma Water Corporation

Plant Operator

Ardmore, OK

Full-time

About This Job

DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This is a non-supervisory position which requires technical ability. Duties include, but are not limited to,

maintaining water pumps, equipment, and facilities, collecting samples, performing basic lab testing and

other routine water system operations will be required.

This is a Safety Sensitive position: This job has been classified as a “safety sensitive” position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. In this position, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, which might include random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a Medical Marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for Marijuana.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Check chemical levels and refill or replace containers.

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Check water levels and pump operations.

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Runs routine laboratory tests.

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Maintain plant records.

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Observes and inspects plant quality of raw water and all plant equipment.

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Backwash filters and flush screens as required.

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Must be capable of using push mower, weed eater, and zero-turn- mower to maintain facility grounds.

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Will be responsible for keeping all buildings and work areas clean.

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Will assist in maintenance on machinery and equipment.

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Prepare daily reports on plant operations and controls.

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Ability to move 50-pound bags and 55-pound buckets of chemical.

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Employee will be subject to emergency callouts as needed.

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Performs routine grounds and building maintenance.

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Must arrive at work on time and maintain a regular and reliable level of attendance.

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Employee may perform other related duties as assigned.

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Will have to drive to the different plant sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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Clean parts and machinery, clean buildings, lab, and work areas.

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Crawl under vehicles and equipment.

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Holding tools with both hands and all fingers.

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Kneeling in one place for long periods of time.

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Using both hands to operate large hand tools and/or pull such things as hoses or equipment.

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Must be able to hear equipment and verbal communication.

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Must be capable of seeing equipment and gauges.

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Must be capable of standing for long periods of time.

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Must be able to bend/stoop for long periods of time.

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Must be able to lift 60lbs (or with 2 people lift 100lbs).

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Must be able to withstand temperatures as low as 20 degrees for up to an hour at one time.

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Must be able to withstand extremely high temperatures for up to four hours at a time.

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Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, day, or night.

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Works in confined spaces.

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Some exposure to mechanical, electrical, explosive, fume, odor, dust chemical, and toxic waste hazards, using proper safety precautions.

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Uses good judgement to work safely and use equipment property.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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High school diploma or equivalent.

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Valid drivers license.

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Must maintain a satisfactory driving history.

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Obtaining a Class D Water Works certification from the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) will be required. Employee must achieve certification within 12 months.

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Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

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Ability to work without direct supervision.

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Ability to attend and understand technical courses.

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Ability to assume responsibility for complete operation of treatment plants.

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Ability to detect problems in equipment operations.

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Ability to make sound, independent, decisions requiring treatment plant operations.

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Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and/or physical exam. Employees are subject to random drug/alcohol testing throughout their employment.

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About This Job

DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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