Lead Licensed Water Plant Operator

Purpose of ClassificationThe purpose of this classification, under direction of the Water Plant Superintendent, is to function as an assistant to the superintendent for the growth, operations, and development of a treatment facility, meeting guidelines and standards set forth by the state and federal government. Employees in this classification perform front-line management work for a complex treatment plant and auxiliary facilities. Position is responsible for assisting the Superintendent with planning, training, organizing, directing, and maintaining the uninterrupted flow of operationsEducation, Training, and ExperienceHigh school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma; supplemented by four (4) years' experience in water treatment plant operations. Prefer candidate with two (2) years supervisory experience in water treatment plant operations.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSRequires a Class "A" Water Certification or the ability to obtain a Class "A" Water Certification within 6 months of obtaining this position.NOTE:This position (CDL required; Leisure Services; and/or safety sensitive) requires a drug screen. If applicant did not receive drug screening upon initial hire with the City; applicant will be required to submit to drug screening prior to accepting this position.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.The Lead Operator is a licensed operator who is in responsible charge of the domestic water treatment facility.Supervise all other persons who are employed to operate the plant.Performs on-site plant operation.Performs electronic control system operation and making decisions that relate to the daily operational activities of the plant.Assists the Superintendent with planning, organizing, directing, and supervising the uninterrupted flow and operations in all plant operations.Inspects plant treatment plant installations and directs or takes corrective actions for operational mechanical or electrical malfunction.Schedules, assigns, trains, and assists with the evaluation of the performance of plant operations personnel under charge.Requisitions supplies and equipment; ensures chemical supplies are sufficiently maintained.Oversees participates in and reviews the maintenance of records and preparation of reports concerning plant operations under charge.Reports serious or potentially hazardous malfunctions to the Superintendent.Assists the Superintendent in budget development through submittal of annual operating projections; reviews expenditures for progress and/or shortfall in relation to budget projections.Coordinates housekeeping, maintenance, and scheduling with operational personnel.Ensures adherence to established safety standards/procedures for treatment plant operations.Assists the Superintendent in the analysis of plant operations for the purpose of projected future needs, inefficiencies, operational controls, and related improvements.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS Performs related duties as required.PERFORMANCE APTITUDESData Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.Human Interaction: Requires the ability provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.Equipment Machinery Tools and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of advisory data and information such as records and reports test results and material safety data sheets.Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; ability to compute, discount, interest, profit, and loss ratio and proportion; ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to apply principles of rational systems. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate physical effort in light to moderate work typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (50 pounds).Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate odors. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to strong and/or toxic chemicals/agents, strong odors, smoke, machinery, wetness, humidity, dusts, fumes, temperature and noise, extremes vibrations, electric currents, and/or disease.PERFORMANCE INDICATORS The work performance of supervisory personnel of the City of Daytona Beach is routinely evaluated according to the performance criteria outlined herein:Knowledge of Job: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, policies and procedures of the City of Daytona Beach as such pertain to the performance of the essential duties of a Lead Water Plant Operator. Has thorough knowledge of principles and practices of municipal treatment plant operations and the standards for normal operating procedures relevant to functions and mechanics of pumps and other mechanical plant equipment. Has thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the department, and of related departments and agencies. Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work. Has thorough knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the department as such pertain to work responsibilities. Knows how to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and interdepartmental personnel as well as any external entities with which position interacts. Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in performing duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains quality communication and interaction with intra- and inter-departmental personnel and any external entities with which the position interacts.Quantity of Work: Performs described essential functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completion of assigned functions. Completes assigned work within established deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards, and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human, and conceptual areas.Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides sufficient notice to upper management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.Initiative and Enthusiasm: Exhibits an enthusiastic self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates appropriate and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identification of alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advisement where appropriate and researches issues, situations, and alternatives before exercising judgment.Cooperation: Accepts supervisory and managerial instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences is justified (i.e. poor communications, variance with established policies, or procedures etc.). Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers supervisors and coworkers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships intra- and inter-departmentally and with external entities with which the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions, and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated.Planning: Plans, coordinates, and utilizes information effectively in a manner to improve activities and production. Knows and understands expectations regarding such activities and works to ensure such expectations are met. Develops and formulates ways, means, and timing to achieve established goals and objectives. Effectively and efficiently organizes, arranges, and allocates manpower, financial, and other designated resources to achieve such goals and objectives.Organizing: Efficiently organizes own work and that of subordinate staff. Ensures that personnel under charge understand what results are expected of them and that each is regularly and appropriately informed of all matters either affecting or of concern to them.Staffing: Works with upper management where appropriate to select and recommend employment of qualified personnel. Personally, directs the development and training of personnel under charge ensuring their proper induction, orientation, and training.Leading: Provides a work environment that encourages clear and open communications. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of the principles of effective leadership as well as the application of such principles to functions under charge. Provides adequate feedback to personnel under charge concerning their performance in terms of excellent, satisfactory, or lacking. Commends and rewards personnel under charge for outstanding performance and takes timely and appropriate disciplinary action as necessary. Exercises enthusiasm in influencing and guiding others toward achievement of established goals and objectives.Controlling: Establishes and maintains a work environment that is orderly and controlled. Coordinates audits and controls manpower and financial resources efficiently and effectively. Coordinates audits and controls the utilization of materials and equipment efficiently and effectively. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of established standards, methods, and procedures.Delegating: Assigns duties and responsibilities as necessary and/or appropriate to meet goals enhance abilities of personnel under charge build their confidence and assist them in personal growth. Establishes and maintains confidence in personnel under charge to meet new or additional expectations.Decision Making: Exercises discretion and judgment in developing and implementing courses of action affecting functions under charge. Recognizes when a particular policy, procedure, or strategy does not foster the desired result and moves decisively and explicitly to develop and implement alternatives.Creativity: Regularly seeks new and improved methodologies, policies, and procedures for enhancing the effectiveness of functions under charge. Employs imagination and creativity in the application of duties and responsibilities. Is not adverse to change that supports achievement of goals and objectives.Human Relations: Strives to develop and maintain excellent rapport with personnel under charge. Listens to and considers their suggestions and complaints and responds appropriately. Establishes a work environment to promote and maintain mutual respect.Policy Implementation: Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of policies regarding functions under charge and the function of the organization. Adheres to all policies in the discharge of duties and responsibilities and ensures the same from personnel under charge.Policy Formulation: Maintains current knowledge of changes in operating philosophies and policies and routinely reviews such policies to ensure any changes in philosophy or practice are appropriately incorporated into functions under charge. Recognizes and understands the relationship between operating policies and practices and morale and performance. Strives to ensure that established policies enhance same.ADA COMPLIANCEThe City of Daytona Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the City of Daytona Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.Exempt: NoType: FT EmployeeDepartment: Utilities