OPERATOR (Utility Service Worker)

Job Description
Hours:          Full time, M-F, 35 hour week, regular work hours 7:30AM-4PM, must be available in the event of an emergency with occasional weekends, holidays and on-call with additional compensation
Salary:           $21.67
Summary:
Performs necessary functions of the daily operations and maintenance of water distribution systems, sewer collection systems and water and wastewater treatment plants.
Duties:        
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government.
Monitors water and/or wastewater treatment equipment in order to ensure proper operation; checks chemical supply levels and replenishes as necessary.
Assists Maintenance Operator with repairs on treatment equipment (changes oil, greases motors, pumps, chains, etc.).
Operates and maintains water distribution and wastewater systems (pumps, compressors, electrical controls, lines, valves etc.).
Receives and responds to emergency situations related to treatment, collection, or distribution operations. Receives and responds to telephone inquiries or service calls.
Inspects and logs consumer meter readings for billings and water consumption information.
Performs preventative and service maintenance and repair on departmental vehicles.
Collects water and/or wastewater samples for purpose of analysis.
Completes general housekeeping tasks in order to maintain facilities (cleans, paints, maintains grounds, etc.).
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures
Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties;  may be required to attend seminars/training