Position Purpose: Responsible for the operation, routine servicing and care of a wide variety of specialized equipment and apparatus in a plant/treatment facility including pumps, motors, chemical preparation and feeding; physical, chemical and biological treatment and/or water treatment processes; control equipment and monitoring equipment. Maintains records of operations, completes and submits routine and special reports as assigned. Inspects all mechanical equipment for proper operation, performs normal lubrication, adjustments, seal packing, minor maintenance and minor repairs as necessary. Performs related field and laboratory tests, which are necessary to monitor and control the facilities, and makes necessary adjustments to equipment, processes and chemical feeders, as test results may indicate and as instructed by the Supervisor. Operates and assists in repairs to water systems and plants. Operates plant(s) as designed to produce safe potable water for consumption ensuring compliance with all applicable New Jersey Administrative Codes, laws, rules, standards and permit requirements. Performs daily operational procedures, laboratory and field analyses, and routine calibrations and maintenance in order to maintain optimal treatment process. Maintains neat and accurate records of operations, completes and submits routine and special reports as assigned. Trains other employees in the operation and maintenance of the facilities including maintenance, repairs, laboratory work and safety as required.Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, chemical principles.Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations, practices, procedures and water quality monitoring practices.Conducts safety inspections and follows all safety rules and procedures.Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, layouts, wiring diagrams, logic drawings, P&ID’s, technical O&M manuals and specifications.Capable of completing written operating procedures, work requests and other documentation completion.Responsible for start-up, shutdown, operation and periodic checks of water treatment processes, components and equipment.Adjustments of plant equipment such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment and control system storage tanks levels and pump stations indicators.Develops, assists, and revises operations and maintenance related procedures.Performs routine preventative/corrective maintenance.Capable of making repairs to chemical feed systems including PVC manifolds, peristaltic hoses, pump rotors, piping and fittings.Monitors all charts, gauges and other operating equipment via manual and electronic means such as a SCADA system.Load and unloads chemicals used at the treatment plants.Assists in ordering, delivery and inventory of chemicals, lab reagents, materials and supplies.Maintains accuracy of shift operating logs, records, time sheets, work orders and other administrative documents.Responds to abnormalities and takes appropriate corrective action consistent with established operating procedures and good engineering practices.Assists in the development, utilization and effectiveness of the preventative maintenance CMMS system.Completes accurate reporting of all work execution activities.Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.Ability to diagnose abnormalities in complex controls, interlocked control schemes and other operating systems.Experience performing maintenance and operational tasks of substantial variety and complexity without close technical supervision.Ability to prepare/communicate orally and in writing and interact effectively and diplomatically with management and/or bargaining unit employees as well as regulators, consultants, municipal officials, health officers, customers, contractors, and the general public.Computer and software usage as required by the position.Ability to work with peers as a team player.Ability to work alone and maintain productivity without direct supervision.Availability for first response calls and problem solving.Strong laboratory and sampling experience.Performs routine housekeeping chores, light building repairs and maintenance as directed by Supervision.Ability to troubleshoot failures of water treatment equipment.Performs operations in accordance with established SOPs and job safety standards.Performs other duties necessary to fulfill facility operation.
