08/31/2020
Job Opening
WELL OPERATOR
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE CLASS
Performs skilled operational and maintenance functions in the operations
of multiple wells, pumping and treatment of well water.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this position performs a variety of operations and
maintenance duties designed to produce safe and plentiful drinking water.
Work includes monitoring the wells' operations through observations,
mechanical readings, SCADA system, and adjustments to chemical feed pumps.
The employee checks wells and records readings on a daily route, performs
maintenance and makes minor repairs to pumps and motors and related well
equipment, coordinates obtaining more difficult repairs from vendors,
collects well samples of water and sends for analysis, investigates
complaints concerning water quality, and maintains records of the system
performance. The employee is subject to hazards associated with work
including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot
and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as moving mechanical
parts, electrical current, working in high places, and exposure to
chemicals, fumes, odors, and poor ventilation. Work is performed
independently and requires the coordination of coworkers to pull heavy pumps
and change chemical drums. Work is performed under general supervision and
is reviewed by observation, conference, reviewing records for adherence to
operational standards, instructions, and safety practices. Work requires
rotating on-call work.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Task
Makes daily tours of well sites to check on pumping operations, chemical
feeds, and to record volumes from gauges, tanks, and dials.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to well system including
rebuilding chemical feed pumps, installing pipes; coordinates major repairs
to pumps and motors by eliciting coworker's assistance to remove pumps and
coordinating contracted repair and re-installation.
Investigates and attempts to resolve complaints concerning water quality
such as water contents, other odors, discoloration, ect.; takes samples,
flushes system by operating hydrants, adjust chemical feed pumps rate of
feed.
Maintains adequate inventory of chemicals; notifies general manager when
orders are needed; coordinates help from coworkers for moving chemical
drums.
Collects samples of water from all wells on a daily basis; collects
samples of water from well sites and sends to laboratory for all scheduled
test dates.
Coordinates maintenance and painting of elevated storage tanks.
Collects monthly statistics and pump levels.
Maintains good housekeeping on all well houses and ammonia huts.
Additional Job Duties
Performs related duties as required.
Recruitment and Selection Guidelines
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of the operation characteristics and maintenance
requirements of wells, pumps, and chemical feed operations.
Working knowledge of the chemical treatment of water and a water
distribution system.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, policies,
regulations, and procedures related to water production.
Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and related safety
precautions of the work.
Ability to detect flaws in the operation of mechanical equipment and to
determine proper remedial measure.
Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written
instructions.
Ability to read meters, charts, gauges, dials, and technical manuals and
drawings accurately and to maintain records for work activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers
and the public.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basis lift operational functions of
climbing, balancing, kneeling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling,
lifting, grasping, talking, and hearing.
Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force
occasionally; up to 20 pounds of force frequently; and up to 10 pounds of
force constantly to move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to read gauges, dials, and inspect moving
parts of machines, and to record and review written records.
Desirable Education and Experience
Graduation from high school and considerable experience in work involving
mechanical operations and maintenance; or an equivalent of education and
experience.
Special Requirements
Possession and maintenance of a Well Operator's Grade C level certificate
from the State of North Carolina. Possession of a valid North Carolina
driver's license.
