Water Distribution/Collections

Job Description
Works under the direction of the System  Manager and the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) in accordance with Fayette County Water and Sewer written operating plan as appropriate to their level of certification, including but not limited to the following:
Operates and maintains water distribution/collection system including servicing of pumps, motors, valves, generators, and pipeline equipment.
Exercise’s system blow-off valves, air-vacuum valves, and in-line valves as scheduled.
Maintains pump/lift stations and operation and maintenance facilities including mowing, snow removal, cleaning, painting, and any other associated tasks.
Becomes familiar with safety guidelines and utilizes them in the workplace.
Locate FCW equipment and pipelines when necessary for contractors and landowners.
Maintain activity log and associates with spare part inventory use (i.e., ordering, usage, receipt from supplier).
Read flow meters, adjust pressure reducing valves, and repair flow meters.
Sets meters and performs service inspections.
Exercises valves and performs hydrant maintenance. Including GPS of all system equipment, valves, lines and hydrants.
Must become familiar with the rules, regulations, and policies of Fayette County Water and Sewer
Collect water/waste water samples and deliver to the appropriate Laboratory for testing.
Check chemical levels and refill or replace containers.
Check water levels and pump operations.
Maintain plant records.
Will be responsible for keeping all buildings and work areas clean.
Assist and performs maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Prepare daily reports on plant operations and controls.
Ability to move 40-pound bags and 55-gallon barrels of chemical.
Employee will be subject to emergency callouts as needed.
Must be available to work on any shift either day or night, water utilities is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operation.
Daily chemical analysis, handling of hazardous chemicals.
Complete all tasks in accordance standard operating procedures or at the direction of the supervisor.
Cross-trains and assists other departments when needed.
Performs On-call duties related to the drinking water plant, distribution system, and raw water systems.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills and competencies
Basic to advanced knowledge of hand tools, power tools, water hydraulics, chemistry, mathematics, plumbing, pumps, valves, motors, filters, and equipment maintenance.
Ability to follow and understand safety procedures.
The ability to identify, troubleshoot, and repair problems with a high degree of competency is required.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to attend and understand technical courses.
                    Ability to detect problems in equipment operations