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NOTE: If you are a current employee, you MUST apply via the Career worklet in Workday and not through this site. If you submit an application on this site, it cannot be processed.Production Operator II
Open Date: 05/14/24
Close Date: 06/10/24
Salary: $38.34 per hour
Job Type: Regular
Location: AMS Water Treatment Facility, 243 Lakeshore Road, Boulder City
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at ...@lvvwd.com.
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INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.
FILING DEADLINE: The position may close prior to, or be extended beyond, the posted deadline depending upon the Applicant pool; therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Hours of Work: 5/8's, must be willing to work flexible schedule, including evenings, grave including 24-hour call-out required. Shift to be determined based on operational needs.
The ideal candidate should possess a combination of training, experience, and certifications. They should have a level of qualification equivalent to or surpassing a four-year degree. The candidate's experience should consist of a minimum of four years of work in relevant work in one or more work groups or performing similar type of work. Candidate should have completed a minimum of 180 hours of documented technical training courses, safety-related courses, water-related courses, formal college-level courses, or have partially or fully completed an apprenticeship program. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess a Distribution Grade 2/Treatment Certificate Grade 1 at the time of hire, indicating their expertise in the field.
The ideal candidate will have an over-all comprehensive understanding of Water Operations and possess Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) experience. Furthermore, they should have a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical operational principles, specifically related to pumps, motors, and valves.
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations that govern our operations under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This includes familiarity with regulations such as the Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Total Coliform Rule, Disinfection Byproduct Rule, Ground Water Rule, and others.
Finally, the ideal candidate should be adaptable and willing to rotate through various shifts for training purposes. It's important for them to understand that shift assignments are based on seniority, which means they will most likely begin on the graveyard shift.
GENERAL PURPOSEUnder general supervision, monitors, regulates, conducts field inspections and controls operations of the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) production and transmission system, including pumping stations, rate of flow stations, reservoirs and other storage facilities, to meet potable water delivery requirements to SNWA purveyors at the lowest possible cost; monitors water quality instrumentation and takes actions to ensure that water deliveries meet all applicable water quality standards and compliance requirements; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSProduction Operators are responsible for operation of the large-scale SNWA production and transmission system on an assigned shift using sophisticated supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems to meet water delivery and water quality standards and requirements at the lowest cost possible. They coordinate with and provide backup to Treatment Operations at the SNWA water treatment plants. Production Operator IIs perform their duties independently and with considerable latitude, with only the most unusual problems being referred to a System Operations Superintendent. Work is typically reviewed by checks of logs, reports, periodic inspections of the system and equipment and customer feedback.
Production Operator Is perform their duties in a training and developmental capacity and assist Production Operator IIs in carrying out their responsibilities on an assigned shift. They typically follow prescribed and standardized procedures and refer any unusual problems or questions to a Production Operator II. Production Operator Is are expected to be able to advance to Production Operator II within a two-year period, depending on an individual's prior experience and progression in performing the full range of Production Operator II duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Operates SNWA water production and transmission facilities by using SCADA system manual, electronic and computer control system displays, gauges, meters, charts, graphs and other data to monitor system operations and regulate water flow through the transmission system's pumping stations, rate of flow control stations, valves, reservoirs and other storage facilities to meet seasonal water delivery requirements; distributes water flows through the water treatment plants; controls water levels in reservoirs and storage tanks and at other critical points throughout the system; manipulates system operations and makes adjustments to pumps, valves, electric motors and other equipment to ensure proper functioning, minimize interruptions in water production/delivery during scheduled and unscheduled system outages and alleviate costly repairs; troubleshoots, diagnoses and corrects control system malfunctions by resetting relays and adjusting other controls and components; ensures SNWA customer water delivery requirements and water quality standards are met in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
Makes daily forecasts water demands based on season and weather, calculates electrical power demands within narrow allowable limits and preorders/orders electrical power needed to ensure production and treatment facilities meet their operational requirements at the lowest possible power expenditure costs; coordinates power curtailments when required and schedules power requirements for testing of new systems.
Uses SCADA system data and other information to identify the causes of system outages and determine the types of call outs required to return to normal operations; notifies SNWA purveyors in critical situations where possible water shortages may occur; notifies the electric power provider to adjust power orders during outages.
Throughout assigned shift, responds to calls from technicians to coordinate the safe completion of facility maintenance and repairs; uses SCADA to adjust equipment operations to accommodate work; responds to a variety of other issues from facilities staff, engineers and outside contractors; works closely with Treatment Plant staff in the event of emergency plant shutdowns or other major equipment failures.
Conducts weekly field inspections throughout the Las Vegas Valley of all pumps, valves, flow meters, motor control centers, sump pump operations, battery backup operations, damage to interior/exterior of buildings, lighting and other equipment, appurtenances and facilities, including equipment in subterranean vaults; identifies any operational errors, faults, damage or indications of potential future problems and failures; prepares and enters work orders for servicing and repairs using enterprise computerized maintenance work order management software; conducts sanitary survey inspections of all field sites to ensure full compliance with state requirements.
Coordinates work with outside agencies, including municipalities and federal agencies; answers telephone inquiries from customers regarding water pressure, water composition, water quality and related matters; monitors system to meet customers' changing demands and ensure water quality throughout the treatment systems.
Uses computer systems to maintain documentation of system operations and field inspection activities.
Observes and has responsibility for both production and treatment plant operations for brief periods of time, in the event Treatment Operators must conduct plant inspections or step away from the control room for brief personal breaks.
Performs duties with constant attention to the potential for hazardous exposures, conditions and situations, following all District safety policies and procedures; follows all safety procedures and protocols; acts as first responders in the event of chlorine emergencies in the treatment plants.
OTHER DUTIESWhile in the field, serves as the initial on-call emergency responder in the event of pump, valve or station failure.
Reviews and develops/revises standard operating procedures.
Conducts job hazard analyses.
May assist Treatment Operators as backup during critical/emergency chemical issues.
May assist in training of new Production Operator I's.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:Operational principles of pumps, valves, electric motors, diesel engines and electronic, computerized and manual control systems; functions, operations and servicing requirements of the equipment and appurtenances in a potable production and transmission system and water treatment plant; principles, practices and methods applicable to operating to a large scale water transmission system; current practices and procedures in chemical, bacteriological and biological analyses; local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding the production, treatment, storage and transmission of potable water, including the Safe Drinking Water Act and relevant EPA rules and regulations; work hazards and safety practices and procedures related to the work; uses and operations of computers and enterprise applications required in the work, including modern, state-of-the-art supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
Ability to:Operate a wide variety of pumping, treatment, control and transmission equipment, including digital control equipment; accurately monitor, read and interpret the significance of SCADA system displays and controls and take appropriate action in accordance with standard operating procedures and instructions from other operators and supervisors; forecast water demand and calculate power requirements for operations of the treatment, production and transmission systems; conduct field inspections of transmission equipment and facilities to identify maintenance and repair requirements; coordinate maintenance and repair activities with technicians in the field while monitoring and operating the transmission system; operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools used in the work; accurately read and understand valve books, blueprints and schematic drawings; maintain records; prepare clear and concise records and reports; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively in writing and orally; remain calm and take appropriate action in emergency situations; complete on-site water quality sampling to ensure site/system equipment is reading accurately and properly calibrated; establish and maintain effective relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
Training and Experience:The following are typical ways of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent, and:
- Production Operator I: One year of experience in operations involving the production, treatment, storage and transmission of potable water; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
College level courses that cover water treatment and/or water works practices acceptable toward certification by the Nevada State Department of Environmental Protection as a Water Distribution or Treatment Operator may be substituted for the required experience.
- Production Operator II: A Production Operator I may be considered for advancement to Production Operator II after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class. Proficiency criteria and the process for demonstrating performance at the levels established in the criteria are established jointly by hiring authorities and the Director, Human Resources and are described in a separate document.
Typically, a Production Operator I is expected to be capable of meeting the proficiency criteria within a 24-month period, depending on an individual's prior experience and progression in performing the full range of Production Operator II as described in the performance criteria.
Direct hire as a Production Operator II requires the equivalent of a total of six years of journey-level operator experience at a 20 MGD or larger potable water treatment plant.
A bachelor's degree with a major in chemistry, public health, or sanitary, chemical or civil engineering is highly desirable and may be substituted for up to four years of the required experience.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:A valid Nevada driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
The following certifications are required:
Production Operator I:
- Nevada State Department of Environmental Protection Water Distribution Operator I Certification, within one year of date of hire.
- Nevada State Department of Environmental Protection Water Treatment Operator I Certification, within one year of date of hire.
- Completion of Hazard Waste Response Certification within one year from date of hire.
Production Operator II:
- Nevada State Department of Environmental Protection Water Distribution Operator II Certification, or a comparable certification from AWWA or another state.
- Nevada State Department of Environmental Protection Water Treatment Operator I Certification. A Water Treatment Operator II Certification is desirable, but not required.
- Completion of Hazard Waste Response Certification within one year from date of hire.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit, stand and walk; talk or hear in person; distinguish alarms and equipment operating sounds; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; smell; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands or arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Employees must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Employees in this class are required to wear respirators regularly. In accordance with OSHA regulations, employees are prohibited from having facial or head hair that impairs the effectiveness of respirator equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties of the class as they relate to this requirement.
Mental DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communications skills; read detailed technical documents or instructions; analyze and solve problems; continuously observe and interpret conditions, situations, data and information; observe and interpret data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; operate multiple equipment concurrently in changing, demanding and high stress situations with constant interruptions; interact with coworkers and other District staff, managers, vendors, customers and the public.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
An employee typically works in a SCADA control room environment, and the noise level is usually quiet and occasionally moderately loud. A Production Operator II, while in charge of production operations in the control room, typically may not leave the SCADA control room except for very brief periods.
When conducting field inspections, employees work near moving equipment and moving mechanical parts, on uneven or slippery surfaces, on ladders, scaffolding or in high, precarious spaces, in confined spaces and are exposed to extremely hot, humid or cold weather conditions. They may be exposed to chemicals and hazardous substances requiring the use of PPE gear, including steel toe boots, hardhats, chemical protective equipment, cartridge respirators and hearing protection. They may be exposed to wildlife and biological hazards.
Employees are required to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends and are subject to 24-hour call out.