Responsible for the operation and maintenance activities at a Class II watertreatment plant (“WTP”).

Description Of Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for the operational and maintenance of water treatment plants and equipment:
Responsible for general maintenance in water treatment plan-t areas
Responsible for troubleshooting plant equipment:
Provides leadership to WTP operators
Responsible for interpreting data and making recommendations to improve pumping plant

equipment

Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of plant records
Prepares reports and documentation for management on operational capabilities

General Development:

Possesses more advanced organizational skills, in order to organize projects or the work of others
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Consistently follows appropriate safety rules and practices
Manages own duties and responsibilities on a fixed schedule without the need for direction or

assistance, if prioritization is required.

Applies problem solving skills
Considers the impact of work product on other employees in the work process
Exercises leadership authority over other employees, including the WTP Operators
Is able to effectively select from established alternatives to modify approaches in response to

situations encountered.

Professional & Technical Knowledge

Possesses general work-related skills at a level consistent with completion of a high school diploma

or GED, including written and verbal communication skills, computational and computer skills and

mathematical knowledge.

Possesses in-depth knowledge of practices and procedures used in the operation, maintenance and

repair of equipment.

Possess knowledge and training in basic electrical principles
Is proficient in sampling methods, physical and chemical tests used in treatment plant control,

hazards, safety practices involved in working around high voltage equipment, moving machinery,

process quality control requirements and remedial measures in dealing with process malfunctions

and emergencies, at a level expected of a State of Hawaii Class II WTP Operator Certification

License.

Possesses knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation and maintenance of

water treatment plant and equipment at a level expected of a State of Hawaii Class II WTP Operator

Certification License.

Technical Skills

Has the ability to prepare basic correspondence and simple reports in Microsoft Word
Has the ability to use Microsoft Excel to create tables and simple displays of information
Has the ability to operate and maintain electrical controls and equipment, properly diagnose plant

equipment and supervise their correction

Has the ability to review operational reports of equipment and laboratory analyses of water and

instruct others in operational practices and procedures relating to equipment.

Licenses & Certifications

Possesses a valid Hawaii Driver’s License
Possesses a valid State of Hawaii Class II WTP Operator License
Possesses a valid State of Hawaii Grade II Distribution System Operator License
Successfully completes Ken Kerri Water Treatment Plant Operation Volume 1 (Exempt if possesses

a valid State of Hawaii Grade II WTP License for at least 15 years).

Successfully completes Ken Kerri Water Treatment Plant Operation Volume 2 (Exempt if possesses

a valid State of Hawaii Grade II WTP License for at least 15 years).

Communications Skills

Effectively interprets and communicates written and verbal opinions and extrapolations of

information collected and synthesized/analyzed.

Resolves conflicts that may arise because of disagreements between employees, between

employees and customers/clients or with the public, other legal entities or governmental authorities.

Compiles, analyzes and prepares information in an effective written form, including

correspondence, reports, articles, or other documentation.

Physical Demands

Meets the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of

these duties.

Is able to be exposed to hazardous conditions
Is able to work shift, weekend and holiday schedules
Has ability to perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. and other manual work under adverse conditions

Pay Range:$33.85 - $41.40 per hour

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