Utilities System OperatorPosition: Utilities Systems Operator
Reports to: Lead Utilities Systems Operator
Supervises: N/A
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
General Statement of Duties: Under direction of Lead Utilities Systems Operator is
responsible for operating and maintaining water system and water distribution and waste
water systems and collection. Weekend rotation and on call rotation required. May assist
public works and parks departments as needed.
Supervision Received: Works under the direction of the Lead Utilities Systems Operator.
Supervision Exercised: None.
MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS
Water System:
a. Monitor well production and water tower levels
b. Monitor and test water quality
c. Follow EPA, MPCA and DNR requirements, licenses, guidelines, and policies
d. Maintain and repair water system, hydrants, valves, pumps, meters, and
related equipment
2. Wastewater System:
a. Operate East and West wastewater facilities within EPA and MPCA license
requirements
b. Follow plant operations procedures and recommend changes for
improvement
c. Responsible for maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, valves,
pumps, grounds, and collection system
d. Conduct lift station monitoring and maintenance
3. Public Works Functions:
a. Assist with snow plowing as needed
b. Assist public works and park crews with street, storm water, and park
maintenance as needed
4. Policy and Procedure Development:
a. Responsible for following all policies and procedures at the federal, state, and
local level through all applicable agencies such as the MPCA, EPA, and others.
b. Evaluate and recommend changes to policies, procedures, and practices to
increase efficiency and effectiveness and to ensure compliance with all legal
and functional requirements.
c. Follow procedures to get approval and implement new policies and
procedures.
d. Ensure that staff follows all applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
S. General
a. Knowledge of SCADA, Microsoft Office applications, and monitoring systems
b. Promote a positive and motivating environment
c. Follow all safety procedures
d. Provide exceptional customer service to residents, developers, elected and
appointed officials
e. Make decisions that are always in the best interest of the City, its residents
and businesses
f. Perform other duties and projects as assigned
g. Confer with supervisor, peers, and employees to discuss issues and resolve
issues
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of and experience in operating water and wastewater utilities including
water distribution and waste water collection
• Knowledge of bio solid application requirements and methods
• Knowledge of and experience in City operations, ordinances, and practices related to
water and wastewater applications
• Experience in use of heavy equipment such as lift truck, jet -vac, and generators
• Knowledge of SCADA, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and standard
computer systems and programs used in operation of water and wastewater
systems
• Experience and applied knowledge in laboratory tests, testing methods and
techniques, testing requirements, and interpretation of test results
• Experience analyzing problems, identifying solutions, and implementing solution
successfully
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, effectively, and precisely both
verbally and in writing
• Ability to resolve and diffuse conflicts
• Ability to understand, manage, and communicate complex ideas, projects, and
situations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong sense of honesty, integrity, and credibility
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Minnesota Class D Wastewater Certification
2. Minnesota Class D Water Certification
3. A valid Minnesota driver's license and ability to obtain Class B within six months of
employment
4. 30 minute response time to the waste water treatment facility
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Associates degree in water and environmental technologies or a Bachelor's degree
in biology, chemistry, or environmental services
2. Experience working for a growing city or county
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to talk, hear, drive, sit, regularly use fine motors skills, lift 75 pounds, work
and move about in confined spaces, walk in construction areas.
Note: This job description does not constitute a contract or employment agreement.