New Job Head Filter Operator In Massachusetts

City of Lowell
Job Description

Water Utility
Head Filter Operator

Job Title: Head Filter Operator (1300-11, J#6469, 3580)
Department: Water Utility
Reports To: Plant Manager, Water Filtration Super., other designated personnel
Rate of Pay: $29.2181/hr. (min) to $32.8095/hr. (max); 40 hours/week
Union: MVEA Unit C
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Under the direction and supervision of the plant manager, the water filtration supervising team and other designated personnel:

Responsible for the operation, lubrication and maintenance of electric water pumps in various locations of the Water Filtration Division; assists in the operation of the filtration plant including the examination, inspections, repair, operation and maintenance of filters, connections, gates, valves, recorders, indicators, etc; plans, assigns and supervises the work of filter operators, pump station operators, etc, and evaluates their work performance periodically; compiles records and analyzes data from laboratory work; provides copies to regulatory agencies required by law; makes routine control tests such as chlorine residuals, pH levels, turbidity, color, fluoride tests etc; keeps an inventory of chemicals and requisitions for supplies and materials as needed; reads, interprets, records and replaces charts as required; schedules employees for work shifts; records absences, overtime and vacation time.
Performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises employees in the Water Utility. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Complete knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and practices of water treatment; knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities; knowledge of the methods and techniques used in order to properly handle

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variations in water quality and quantity, knowledge of the safety practices which should be observed when operating a water treatment facility, ability to interpret logs, gauges and test results relative to treatment plant operations, must have the ability for labour relations. In addition, one must exercise independent judgment and discretion with respect to skilled and unskilled workers.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possession of a current and valid Water Treatment Plant Operator's Grade 3 or higher license issued by the Board of Certification of Operators of Water Treatment Facilities.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

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MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentile; ability to draw bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

In situations where limited standardization exists, ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a number of instructions provided in written or oral form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer, requiring a physical examination with a drug test and a coronavirus test.

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The City is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion through equal opportunities for all community members. The aim, including contractors, is that each team member be truly representative of the entire society and our community while fostering belonging. '

The Bill says every individual shall have equal access to all city employment opportunities, and "no person should be denied Equal Access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin or gender identity." (see attached photo)

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Job Type: Full-time

Average pay: $29.21-$32.80 per hour

Work Location: In person