Utility Operator I (Water)

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Utility Operator I (Water)

Public Works Department

Rev. Date: February 28, 2024

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

KPERS Status: KPERS Covered Position

Supervisor: Senior Utility Operator (Water)

Direct Reports: None

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Essential Functions

40% Water Distribution and Water Production

Operate power drawn pumps and related machinery.

Conduct daily checks of operational gauges.

Operate motor vehicle on a regular basis.

Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge

readings and

test results to determine process adjustment requirements.

Install and maintain all water services.

Provide connection and disconnection of water services.

Read water meters and record volume used by customers for billing.

Sample and analyze water, and/or draw samples to be sent to State for

quality and

compliance with applicable drinking water standards. Report results to

the appropriate

parties.

Investigate and address customer concerns on water use and advise

customers on water

conservation practices.

Operate multiple computer applications including utility billing

software, digital forms

software, SCADA system, and radio read software.

Operate division and collection system equipment, including backhoe,

hydro excavation

unit, dump truck, shoring equipment, tapping machines, jet truck, combo

truck,

televising equipment, and easement machines.

Cross-train and fill in as needed to assist in water, wastewater or

stormwater

operations.

Respond to emergency calls for possible water distribution system or

production

problems.

40% Asset Maintenance and Repair

Troubleshoot problems, routinely inspect, and maintain all department

equipment,

machines, pumps and motors in good working order.

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Maintain utility facilities in a clean and safe condition.

Conduct minor maintenance tasks and repairs, including general

construction, painting,

grounds maintenance, metering facility maintenance, water production

facilities

maintenance, and assist with snow removal as required.

Collaborate with other divisions to maintain the stormwater sewer

system.

Assist the fire department with the fire hydrant maintenance program.

Conduct routine maintenance and repair on the water facilities and

distributions

systems, as required.

Locate and repair water leaks and maintain water mains, pumping

facilities, valves,

water storage facilities, and main-to-meter service lines.

20% Records and Reports

Prepare and maintain proper records, reports, and documents related to

the division in

an organized manner.

Participate in and motivate others to adhere to the Public Works Vision

and Core Values.

Continually looks for new and improved ways of completing the above

Functions. Other Tasks

as assigned will be performed in order to address business needs.

Position Requirements

Latitude: Duties are assigned by supervisor. Most problem-solving is

accomplished in

conjunction with supervisor. Some decisions not affecting other

departments may be made

independently. All purchase requests must be approved by supervisor.

Regular and reliable

attendance at work is expected.

Interaction: Frequent interaction with employees throughout the

organization and the general

public.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

One Year Water Treatment/distribution Systems Experience, Preferred.

Valid Kansas drivers license and driving record must meet commercial

liability insurance

requirements.

Valid Kansas commercial drivers license, required within six months of

employment.

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Class I KDHE Water Operator certification, required within eighteen

months of

em ployment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

General knowledge of mechanics, water testing equipment, water plant

maintenance

and operation, and minor electrical work.

General knowledge of computers with the ability to operate and

comprehend utility

billing software, digital forms software, SCADA system, and radio read

software.

Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.

Ability to apply intermediate level mathematics skills.

Ability to operate all division equipment and machinery.

Ability to read and use blueprints.

Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and

communicate effectively