Cr. Shift Supervisor
City of Shreveport, Blacksburg, VA, United States
Senior Operator Responsibilities
Water and wastewater treatment process control
Quality control
Employee supervision
Employee scheduling
Employee development and evaluation
Chemical procurement
Spreadsheet development
Record-keeping
Report writing
General support
Computer operation
Training and safety
Preventive and reactive maintenance
Vehicle operation
Hand and power tool operation
Material handling
Basic safety procedures
Leads and directs work teams
Plans for construction projects
Prepares budget proposals
Prepares plans for future facility needs
Implements improved operational and mechanical procedures
Calculates alum chemical dosage in pounds/day
Determines feed rates for all treatment chemicals
Calculates and adjusts ozone feed rates
Performs jar testing
Oversees work performed by assigned operators and other workers
Monitors water or wastewater pumping
Monitors computer systems
Monitors all plant processes
Performs maintenance repair requirements on all plant equipment
Demonstrates knowledge and use of CMMS and related documentation procedures
Initiates work orders
Maintains job safety standards
Complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules
Trains new team members on safe work practices
Maintains good communication with team members
Attends required safety, job related and certification training classes
Demonstrates ability and desire to work in a team environment within a multi-skilled workforce
Subject to be on call 24/7
Performs other duties as assigned or required
All Senior Operators will be able to perform any of the tasks required of an Operator and may be called upon to do so if required.
Normal Promotion Path from this Class: Chief Supervisor or any higher class for which eligible and qualified.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Valid State Vehicle Operator's License.
Associate of Arts Degree with coursework in at least one of the following areas: Chemistry, biology, mathematics, engineering, or related area and two years of experience in Water or Wastewater Treatment operations or four years of equivalent combination of education and/or experience in operations/maintenance in Water, Wastewater Treatment or Field Operations.
Amiss Plant assignment - Possession of valid Class 4 Water Production and Water Treatment Certificates issued by the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Health and Hospitals. Hold or be able to obtain Class 4 Water Distribution Certificate issued by the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Health and Hospitals within 3 years.
Physical Requirements
Position may require moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions, along with some combination of climbing and balancing; may be subject to sitting for prolonged periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Position requires abilities to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
Work Environment
Work is performed outdoors and/or indoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water, inclement weather, machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices and computer screens.
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Water and wastewater treatment process control
Quality control
Employee supervision
Employee scheduling
Employee development and evaluation
Chemical procurement
Spreadsheet development
Record-keeping
Report writing
General support
Computer operation
Training and safety
Preventive and reactive maintenance
Vehicle operation
Hand and power tool operation
Material handling
Basic safety procedures
Leads and directs work teams
Plans for construction projects
Prepares budget proposals
Prepares plans for future facility needs
Implements improved operational and mechanical procedures
Calculates alum chemical dosage in pounds/day
Determines feed rates for all treatment chemicals
Calculates and adjusts ozone feed rates
Performs jar testing
Oversees work performed by assigned operators and other workers
Monitors water or wastewater pumping
Monitors computer systems
Monitors all plant processes
Performs maintenance repair requirements on all plant equipment
Demonstrates knowledge and use of CMMS and related documentation procedures
Initiates work orders
Maintains job safety standards
Complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules
Trains new team members on safe work practices
Maintains good communication with team members
Attends required safety, job related and certification training classes
Demonstrates ability and desire to work in a team environment within a multi-skilled workforce
Subject to be on call 24/7
Performs other duties as assigned or required
All Senior Operators will be able to perform any of the tasks required of an Operator and may be called upon to do so if required.
Normal Promotion Path from this Class: Chief Supervisor or any higher class for which eligible and qualified.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Valid State Vehicle Operator's License.
Associate of Arts Degree with coursework in at least one of the following areas: Chemistry, biology, mathematics, engineering, or related area and two years of experience in Water or Wastewater Treatment operations or four years of equivalent combination of education and/or experience in operations/maintenance in Water, Wastewater Treatment or Field Operations.
Amiss Plant assignment - Possession of valid Class 4 Water Production and Water Treatment Certificates issued by the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Health and Hospitals. Hold or be able to obtain Class 4 Water Distribution Certificate issued by the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Health and Hospitals within 3 years.
Physical Requirements
Position may require moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions, along with some combination of climbing and balancing; may be subject to sitting for prolonged periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Position requires abilities to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
Work Environment
Work is performed outdoors and/or indoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water, inclement weather, machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices and computer screens.
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