Water Operators perform skilled work in the installation, operation, repair and maintenance of the City’s water distribution system, wells, iron plants, and water towers.

1. Installs, repairs, and maintains service lines, curb, corporation and main line valves and water mains.

2. Installs, repairs, and maintains fire hydrants, including performance of hydrant flushing and flow testing.

3. Operates excavation equipment, loaders, dump trucks, pumps, utility trucks, jet truck, valve exerciser, line stop machine, and a variety of other hand and power tools.

4. Performs leak detection using various techniques including specialized electronic listening devices.

5. Installs, inspects, pressure tests, and disinfects new water mains.

6. Inspects the installation of work completed by private contractors.

7. Follows required work safety procedures, including traffic control, excavation safety, confined space entry, and other guidelines.

8. Operates and washes filters

9. Checks pumping and treatment equipment operations and performs necessary lubrication, minor repairs and preventive maintenance throughout the system.

10. Regulates the proper supply and dosage rates of necessary chemicals and makes changes in chemical feeds to meet set standards.

11. Installs, operates, calibrates, maintains, and repairs chemical feed pump equipment and systems.

12. Performs and documents various tests required by State and Federal agencies for the operation of the water treatment plants and water distribution systems.

13. Collects and records readings of wells and plant operations to input into daily operating data.

14. Performs field locates of underground water and sanitary/storm sewer systems using maps, plans, records and specialized electronic detection.

15. Installs, maintains, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces water meters and components of meter-reading system.

16. Collects water meter readings using computerized meter-reading system and ensures readings are accurately transmitted to utility billing personnel.

17. Performs various tasks to ensure the completeness and accuracy of meter readings.

18. Performs various service tasks, including activities such as: turning customer systems on/off, investigating customer complaints, collecting initial and final meter readings, and delivering notices.

19. Maintains the inventory of metering system parts and supplies.

20. Documents work activities in a variety of hard copy and electronic record systems.

21. Performs basic building and grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, painting, washing, snow removal, and any other associated tasks.

22. Serves on standby as assigned and responds to after-hours emergency calls and weekend duties as required.

23. Interacts and coordinates in a professional manner with the public, contractors, officials and other outside organizations.

24. Works closely with the wastewater division and city hall staff in a cooperative team effort to coordinate activities and achieve goals set by the Public Works Director.

25. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Water Operators shall perform such other duties as may be required by the Chief Water Operator and Public Works Director consistent with state statutes and ordinances of the City.

Education/Experience:

1. High School diploma or GED Equivalent

2. Illinois EPA Class “C” or “D”Water Operator Certificate

3. 1 year of previous work in Water Treatment/Distribution operations

4. 1 year of water meter reading, maintenance, and repair experience

5. Experience in grounds maintenance and light construction work

6. Possession of a "Class A" CDL license with appropriate required endorsements

Other combinations of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted, as determined by the City.

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• Knowledge of the equipment and materials used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water mains.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment involved in the installation, operation, maintenance, and testing of water meters and computerized meter reading systems.
• Knowledge of water utility customer practices related to water supply and individual properties, metering, billing and other similar matters encountered in the field.
• Fundamental knowledge of the water distribution and water treatment process.
• General knowledge of all water plant equipment and machinery.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures including: hazardous chemical handling, traffic control, excavation safety and confined space entry.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the City and IBEW Local 51. Starting wage ranges from $17.91/hour - $28.79/hour dependent upon Class Certification (No Certification, D, C, B, or A)

***TO BE CONSIDERED AS AN APPLICANT FOR THIS POSITION - please visit the career opportunities section of www.cityofgeneseo.com and complete an application with the City***

First review of applications shall be on 02/13/2023, but this position will remain posted on the City's website until filled.

The City of Geneseo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clothing allowance

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift
• On-call rotation work required

Typical end time:

• 3PM

Typical start time:

• 7AM

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.91 - $28.79 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person

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