Treatment Plant Shift Lead - Wastewater - Southside
Under direction is responsible for leading the operation, maintenance and repair of a water or wastewater plant and other related assigned duties.
Position Code: 7484-0010SN
Water and Sewer, Water Pollution Control, Southside
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Pay Grade: AT-32 / Salary Range $2,907-$5,034/Mo.
Essential Job Functions:
Leads plant operators in the treatment of raw water or wastewater
and the maintenance and repair of plant facilities/structures, to
ensure the production of safe, aesthetically appealing water at
sufficient supply to meet the demands of Tulsa and surrounding
areas or environmentally safe wastewater and biosolids to protect
public health
Leads personnel in the operation of stationary mechanical and
electrical equipment, including pumps, chemical feeders, valves
compressors, conveyors, clarifiers, control panels, engine
generators, digester heat exchangers, electrical switch gears and
computers
Leads the monitoring and operating of all plant equipment, ensuring
accurate equipment calibration
Leads operators setting water, wastewater, sludge and other process
pumping rates to meet demands
Ensures proper staffing on assigned shift
Reviews inventory and purchase requests
Leads employee safety and general training programs for assigned
shift, approving written procedures
Monitors and inspects housekeeping and ground maintenance
activities for a shift of operators, temporary employees and
contract employees, ensuring quality of work
Leads the loading and unloading of hazardous chemicals
Prepares corrective maintenance work orders and leads preventative
maintenance work performed by operators
Reviews all plant data generated, leads unusual result
investigation, analyzes findings, determines problem and issues
corrective actions/procedures
Shuts down plant operations if water or wastewater quality in
question, leading shut-down/start-up operations, ensuring drinking
water standards and complying with health and safety requirements
or to protect biological processes at wastewater plants
Provides input to plant superintendent regarding budget
issues
Must report to work on a regular and timely basis
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
bachelor's degree in math, science and/or computers and two (2)
years of experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of a
treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of training and
experience per Personnel Policies and Procedures, Section 128.
Comprehensive knowledge of the processes, techniques and methods
involved in water or wastewater treatment; comprehensive knowledge
of the chemicals used in water or wastewater treatment;
comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the functions and
operating principles of mechanical equipment such as filters,
pumps, motors, mixers and other equipment used in a water or
wastewater treatment plant; comprehensive knowledge of computer
operating systems, related software applications and the SCADA
system used to control treatment plant operations; and good
knowledge of lead practices and techniques. Ability to lead
and train shift workers; ability to give clear and concise verbal
instructions and prepare written instructions; ability to analyze
and diagnose problems and react promptly and efficiently to resolve
problem in emergency situations; ability to analyze data and
prepare statistical reports; and the ability to utilize the highest
level of interpersonal skill in order to understand, select,
develop and motivate people at any level within or outside the
organization.
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements include frequent walking and standing;
frequent lifting up to 60 pounds; occasional carrying up to 60
pounds; occasional pushing and pulling up to 60 pounds; frequent
balancing, bending, handling, feeling, climbing, talking, smelling
and twisting; occasional reaching, kneeling and crawling; and
vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform essential
tasks.
Licenses and
Certificates:
Obtain a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an "N"
endorsement within ninety (90) days of hire date in the wastewater
area only; and possession of a Class "B" Water/Wastewater License
as issued from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in
both water and wastewater areas.
Skills Tests Required:
Writing and/or physical skills assessments may be administered as
needed for each position.
Working Environment:
Working environment is primarily outdoors, occasionally indoors and
in inclement weather in a posted homeland security facility,
24hr/7days/week/365/year schedule. May be exposed to the
following: hazardous chemicals, high voltage electrical
equipment, heights, flammable liquids, traffic, cramped work areas,
excessive dust, weather/temperature extremes, rough terrains,
cutting/chipping/grinding, hazardous/toxic atmosphere, sewage,
damp/wet surfaces, snow/ice covered surfaces, snake and insect
bites, poisonous plants, overhead power lines, toxic
fumes/vapors/odors, confined spaces, compressed gases, high noises,
oily surfaces and refuse/garbage/litter.
