Water Operator I

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Operator 1

Under supervision of the Water Superintendent, assists in maintaining

the water distribution system and water plant.

Basic knowledge of Water Treatment Plant & Distribution Operations

Basic knowledge of pump stations and water towers

Basic computer skills

Safe methods of lifting heavy objects and handling of chemicals

Plant

• Backwash filters each day (normally 2 daily)
• Calibrate PH meter and perform plant tests on PH, chlorine,
  
  

temperature and CT calculations

• Change out/replace chemicals and log usage daily of all (polymers,
  
  

chlorine, alum and carbon)

• Respond to alarms and calls in a timely manner
• General cleaning of all buildings, pipes and equipment
• Work in on call rotation
  
  

Distribution

• Assist in the installation, repair and maintenance of the Citys
  
  

water system, including water mains, water service lines and

hydrants

• Install, replace, repair, inspect and maintain residential and
  
  

commercial water meters and hydrant meters used by construction

firms and fire hydrants

• Keep a record of new meter installations and exchanges
• Prepare and update utility mapping.
• Compute water consumption
• Turn water service off and on as appropriate
• Receive and respond to inquiries and complaints from customers and
  
  

the general public regarding water service

• Drive and operate heavy equipment
• Perform locates for City of Augusta utilities
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and machinery
• Respond to emergency calls during work and after normal working
  
  

hours

• Report defects and irregularities to supervisor
• Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Peripheral Duties

• Attend monthly safety meetings
• Maintain and demonstrate good public relations
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required
• Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee
  
  

Handbook

• Help other team members accomplish tasks
  
  

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