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ATHENS - CITY OF Water Plant Superintendent in ATHENS, Texas
: Under general supervision, performs and instructs other operators in all activities associated with operating and maintaining chemical treatment processes, mechanical functions, and labor operations of a surface water treatment facility, multiple ground water production facilities, and water storage facilities.
: - Monitors and operates water treatment plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, filters, gauges, and meters to ensure proper functioning of the water plant and well sites. - Monitors, and operates water distribution system equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, gauges, and meters, to ensure the proper functioning of the water distribution system. - Monitors chemical feed systems, chlorine, ammonia, Ph, turbidity as well as other plant process parameters. - Monitors water storage tank levels and distribution pressures and make adjustments needed to meet consumer demand for water. - Collects water samples and interprets lab results to make process adjustments. - Maintains daily records and monthly reports on water operations. - Maintains a clean and safe work area in and around all the plant processes and buildings. - Completes preventative and corrective maintenance work orders on pumps, motors, gearboxes and other equipment in a timely manner. - Informs supervisor of all problems, deviations, and unfamiliar situations. - Adheres to the personnel, safety, and department policies and procedures. - Assist other coworkers as needed. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Must be available for on call. - Provides periodic written and oral reports to the Director of utilities concerning work performed, status of projects and all other pertinent information related to water treatment. - Prepare yearly budgets. - Ensures and provides proper training and instruction for personnel in specific tasks to be performed.