Water Treatment Operator Class III/IV

• General water plant and grounds maintenance.  Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment, using hand tools and power tools.  Inspect equipment for proper operations and calibrations.
• Collecting water samples and conducting tests to determine water quality meets the standards and regulations of Leavenworth Waterworks and KDHE.
• Monitor gauges and meters; record necessary data.
• Operates to the best possible standards to provide an uninterrupted water supply.
• Annual and daily cleaning of water plants.
• Records data, such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, water pressure, plant and distribution storage and flow levels.
• Be available for on-call duties.

• The chemical and physical processes used to treat potable water.
• Basic algebra and chemistry and being able to apply the knowledge to the water treatment process.
• Standard water treatment operating procedures.
• Knowledge of disinfection concepts and procedures (e.g., chlorine contact time, residual, demand, dosage)
• Skill to replace chlorine containers and adjust gas chlorinators.
• Knowledge of water-borne diseases
• Knowledge of the chlorine disinfection process, including free/ combined chlorine and chloramines
• Knowledge of the difference between disinfection and sterilization.
• Complete understanding of the Water Treatment process and be prepared for diversified maintenance on equipment, facilities and grounds.
• Working knowledge of computer HMI’s.
• Proficient with Microsoft software; excel, word and outlook.

• Determine processing and treatment requirements.
• Collect and analyze samples at stages of processing to determine the effectiveness of the treatment process and make any adjustments that are necessary.
• Utilize specialized equipment, chemical feed systems, and various types of pumps, electronic equipment, and laboratory equipment.
• Utilize computer workstations for data entry, data interpretation, KDHE reporting and on-line calibration monitoring equipment.
• Identify problems and provide solutions to ensure proper and efficient operation of the treatment plant.
• Maintain effective working relationships with management, coworkers, and the public.
• Understand basic algebra and chemistry and being able to apply the knowledge to the water treatment process.

• Possession of a valid Kansas driver’s license
• Possession of a valid Grade III or IV Kansas Water Certificate.
• Ability to attend continuing education classes every two years – 10 hours of water related courses necessary to keep license valid.
• Work in extreme heat and cold environments
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger; handle, or reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance.
• The employee must lift and/or move materials up to over 100 pounds; frequently lift 25 and 55 pounds; and regularly lift up to 10 pounds.
• Drug testing and physical fitness test.
• Must be able to work varying shifts, as assigned.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.

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Compensation details: 24-34 Hourly Wage

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