Water/wastewater Operator

The Water/Wastewater Operator (WWO) performs work in both Water and Wastewater operations including: operation and maintenance of water distribution systems and water production facilities; operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and sewer collection systems; reading water meters, and providing customer service.

**License Required**: Grade 4 Wastewater

**Position Classification**: Grade 6, full-time, benefit eligible, FLSA non-exempt

**Union**: - AFSCME Council 93, Local 1700

**Pay Range**:From $30.42/hr. to $ 38.70/hr. in 8 steps

**License stipends range from $1,000 - $5,000**

**Qualifications**:High school diploma or equivalent, 3 yrs. full time water depart or comparable work experience with at least 1 year performing related tasks and considerable, demonstrable knowledge and skill relative to practices, methods, and procedures regarding public water/sewer distribution and treatment systems and prior and demonstrable ability to supervise and motivate other employees, deal effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and the general public or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Valid Driver's License (required)
- Grade 4 Wastewater License (required)
- Grade 2 Distribution Drinking Water Supply Operator - Preferred
- Grade 2 Treatment certification - Preferred
- Cross Connection Surveyor/Tester - Preferred
- Hydraulics license - Preferred

**Benefits**:75% town/25% employee paid: health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans
- Defined benefit pension
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Vacation Pay
- Personal Time Off Days
- Sick Leave
- Clothing and Cleaning Allowance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending account

**WORK SCHEDULE**: 40 hours per week, Mon. Fri. and additional hours as required for town-wide emergencies, snow and ice removal operations.

**SUPERVISION**: Chief Water Treatment Operator

1. Nature of Work: Assists supervisor in any and all phases of the work, and in his/her absence assumes responsibility for construction, maintenance, and repair of the Town's public water supply and treatment systems. Supervises subordinate water/sewer employees in the performance of tasks, operates equipment and tools required for installation, maintenance and repair of public water supply and sewer collection systems and performs related duties. Makes frequent contact with co-workers and residents requiring calm, clear and courteous communication.

2. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Water/Sewer Supervising Foreman. Lays out projects and schedules based on the Supervising Foreman's general instructions who reviews performance for skill and efficiency and assist in cases of difficulty.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises water/sewer treatment employees in performance of assigned tasks, requiring considerable judgement and discretion for most effective use of labor, equipment and materials. Reassigns or redirects work as necessary in response to needs, conditions or emergencies. Performs administrative duties of Supervising Foreman during absences of brief duration. Elevates any issues or concerns regarding employee matters to the Superintendent.

4. Confidentiality: Employee has regular access to confidential information of the department. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information and in accordance with Department Policy and the Public Records Act.

5. Accountability: Consequences or errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss, legal repercussions, labor/material costs, personal injury, jeopardize programs, and danger to public health/safety.

6. Judgment: Guidelines may be given verbally, or through administrative or organizational policies or directives. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in performing tasks to avoid breakdowns, handle emergency situations and ensure public and environmental safety in the operation of the public water supply and related systems.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public. Excellent customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

9. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position:

- Directs subordinate employees in the performance of tasks ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently, and that all tools, equipment and materials are available.
- Schedules, assigns, dir