<p>Raleigh Water is seeking a skilled Plant Operator devoted to providing operational, technical and maintenance support for the City's water treatment plants. </p> <p>Every day, City of Raleigh employees are working behind the scenes in critical functions that serve our community. The team at Raleigh Water help make us a world-class leader in sustainable water and wastewater service delivery. In fact, the city of Raleigh has the safest drinking water in the country. </p> <p>Raleigh Water's mission is to provide safe, sustainable water services for our customers while protecting public health and contributing to the economic, environmental and social vitality of our communities. </p> <p>The WTP is a 24/7/365 operation. At times, Operator's shift may fall on a holiday and will earn 2.5X OT pay.</p> <p>What we offer:</p> <ul> <li> <p>We pay for your training, professional classes, test, and CEU's</p> </li><li> <p>Growth Opportunities! Learn as you grow with On-the-Job Training (OJT) available as part of career development</p> </li><li> <p>We've got your covered - Uniforms, safety shoes and tools provided</p> </li><li> <p>A culture of continuous improvement </p> </li><li> <p>Stability - You can't outsource water</p> </li><li> <p>Work-Life Balance! Work 16 days a month / 12-hour shifts</p> </li></ul> <p>We take care of you! Our benefits include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Paid Time Off </p> </li><li> <p>Extra Pay! Receive 2.5x OT pay when you work on a holiday</p> </li><li> <p>Over 2 weeks of vacation during your first year</p> </li><li> <p>12 sick days earned per year</p> </li><li> <p>Additional leave, Birthday leave, Well-Being leave, Personal leave</p> </li><li> <p>16 Hour Service to others leave</p> </li><li> <p>Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Retirement (Pension): Start young and retire early!</p> </li><li> <p>Optional supplemental retirement plans</p> </li><li> <p>Wellness programs</p> </li><li> <p>Tuition assistance program</p> </li><li> <p>Military friendly - use your GI Bill</p> </li></ul> <p>This role will require an NC C-Surface Certification, or the ability to obtain one within 2 years of hire. The hire will be required to provide a copy of their High School Diploma or GED to the certification board at the time of taking the test.</p> <p>The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Performs visual, olfactory and auditory checks of assigned areas of the treatment plant to detect any failures of equipment and electronics; monitors and validates Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) information; monitors chemical feeds, filter rates, reservoir levels and filter parameters; operates and makes equipment adjustments as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Performs facility equipment inspections; monitors distribution tank levels; responds to plant equipment alarms and determines required corrective action; performs repairs and/or notifies appropriate maintenance personnel; notifies leader or supervisor of critical issues</p> </li><li> <p>Performs, collects and/or reports sampling and laboratory analysis for process control and/or compliance reporting; monitors chemical levels within established parameters; verifies accuracy and reliability of data</p> </li><li> <p>Receives and responds to briefings related to current plant status, safety, training and daily operating instructions; reviews SCADA for status; performs assigned operational and routine maintenance tasks</p> </li><li> <p>Enters and maintains data in laboratory information management system; maintains daily logs and assignment-related documentation</p> </li><li> <p>Receives and monitors chemical deliveries and required tank capacity; maintains appropriate storage of chemicals and supplies; performs routine grounds maintenance and general maintenance of work areas; may haul, dump and load residuals, based on assignment</p> </li><li> <p>Attend team meetings and safety training</p> </li><li> <p>Works 12-hours shifts with ability to work after hour emergencies as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned</p> </li></ul> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <p>High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; No previous experience required</p> <p>Licenses or Certifications:</p> <ul> <li>Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire </li><li>NC C-Surface Certification, or the ability to obtain within 2 years of hire </li></ul> <p>Knowledge of:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work</p> </li><li> <p>Industry math concepts</p> </li><li> <p>Digital filing and record-keeping principles</p> </li><li> <p>Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices Uses and properties of supplies and equipment</p> </li><li> <p>Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment) Customer service principles</p> </li><li> <p>Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment Modern office technology</p> </li><li> <p>Modern office technology</p> </li></ul> <p>Skill In:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Performing equipment inspections and monitoring operational requirements</p> </li><li> <p>Reviewing system data and laboratory testing results and taking appropriate action</p> </li><li> <p>Data review and error correction</p> </li><li> <p>Industry math computations</p> </li><li> <p>Organizing and maintaining reports, records and files Maintaining and updating data and documentation</p> </li><li> <p>Comprehending reference books and SOP's</p> </li><li> <p>Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards (based on assignment)</p> </li><li> <p>Providing customer service</p> </li><li> <p>Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications</p> </li><li> <p>Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction</p> </li></ul> <p>Ability to:</p> <ul> <li>Work 12-hour night shifts including weekends, and holidays </li><li>Work during emergency events such as ice/snowstorms, hurricanes, etc.  </li></ul> <p>ADA and Other Requirements: </p> <p>  </p> <p>Work Environment and Physical Effort: </p> <p>Medium: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. </p> <p>  </p> <p>Work Environment: </p> <p>Employees may occasionally work in an office or similar indoor environment, outdoor environment, at a construction site, or in a vehicle.  </p> <p>  </p> <p>Work Exposures: </p> <p>There is frequent exposure to loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction). Employees may occasionally be exposed to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic substances. </p> <p>  </p> <p>City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.</p>