Qureos Mentor

CITY OF ROCHESTER NH

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Statement of Duties<br>
Performs manual work of a semi-skilled to skilled nature on preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance procedures to ensure the proper operation of the City&rsquo;s wastewater treatment plant, pumping equipment, sludge/solids handling, storage facilities and pumping stations; all other related work as required.<br>
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Works to anticipate meet and exceed customer service expectations in a positive and professional manner.<br>
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Supervision<br>
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Employees in this classification perform duties under the general supervision of the Chief Operator. Most work is standardized, in instances where it is not, employee looks to supervisor for guidance. Supervisor usually evaluates work while in progress or upon completion. Safety precautions must be observed at all times.<br>
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Job Environment<br>
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Work is generally performed indoors and outdoors, with frequent exposure to hazards associated with heavy equipment construction sites, treatment facilities, pumping stations and collection systems, instrumentation, electrical and mechanical equipment.<br>
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Will be required to work overtime, nights and weekends. On call (24 hours/day) on a rotating basis; may be required to work beyond the normal hours of a regular workweek. Operates motorized equipment and vehicles.<br>
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Errors could result in delays or loss of service, personal injury, monetary loss, injuries to other employees, damages to building and/or equipment, federal and state permit violations, and legal, liability issues for the city.<br>
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The employee has limited contact with the public. Daily contact with supervisor for the purpose of receiving orders and exchanging information and views about departmental matters. Other contacts are with other city staff or affiliated federal and state agencies necessary to assist in accomplishing work responsibilities. Contact is by telephone, in person, cell phone, electronic mail, or by radio dispatch.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<div><p>The essential functions or 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 the position.<br>
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Performs a variety of routine and repetitive tasks, with work checked during progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance.<br>
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Cleans, overhauls and maintains pumps and rotating equipment; renews ball bearings, lubricant seals and retainers; overhauls motor reduction gears; renews internal part, as directed.<br>
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Overhauls, installs and aligns drives and couplings as well as wear items, such as pneumatic members, rubber bushings and spiders.<br>
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Assists in overhaul and maintenance of auxiliary and emergency generators; changes lubricants and filter media at scheduled intervals; renews internal shaft grease, bearings, bushings, retainers and seals, as directed.<br>
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Maintains, repair and overhaul air compressors, reduction gears, equipment, valves, pumps, chemical solution feed equipment, mechanical seals, and portable gasoline- powered engines.<br>
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Maintains and repairs HVAC equipment, boilers, oil and gas burners, heat exchangers and registers, hot water pumps and pneumatic controls.<br>
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Performs the installation and set-up of new or replacement equipment. Maintains spare parts inventory and tool control recordkeeping.<br>
Assists outside vendors providing service on specialized equipment not serviceable by facility staff.<br>
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Performs maintenance duties in a safe manner. Ensures that safety instruments and equipment are maintained in proper order, cleaned and stored properly.<br>
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Maintains complete, current and detailed maintenance/equipment records on a daily basis.<br>
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Assists supervisory staff with scheduling, costing and controlling corrective and preventative maintenance activities, as required.<br>
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Performs building and grounds maintenance using a variety of power and hand tools and equipment such as wrenches, drain augers, shovels, rakes, power mowers and snow blowers as required.<br>
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Moves furniture and equipment; may be required to pick up and deliver supplies and materials.<br>
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Loads, unloads, moves and transports materials, equipment, freight and supplies; assists in handling and storing of stock.<br>
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Operates motor vehicles, hoists and portable equipment as required. Works on grounds, building and roadways; assists with winter operations.<br>
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees and the public.<br>
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Performs similar or related work, as required, or as situation dictates. Attendance is an essential function of this position.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Recommended Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Education and Experience<br>
High School degree or equivalent. Successful completion of High School Industrial training or vocational education courses, or technically equivalent training received in an accredited program preferred.<br>
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At least two (2) years experience in the maintenance of treatment facilities and pumping stations or related fields.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Special Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Special Requirements<br>
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NH Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators license or ability to obtain within one year.<br>
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NE Grade 2 Collection Systems Operator Certificate or ability to obtain within one year. Possession of a CDL B driver&rsquo;s license with Tank Endorsement (preferred).<br>
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Knowledge, Ability and Skill<br>
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Knowledge: Knowledge in the use power and hand tools and in the operation of motorized equipment. Knowledge of the processes and equipment involved in treatment plants, facilities and pumping stations. Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation equipment and circuitry. General computer knowledge<br>
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Ability: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and excellent mechanical ability. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.<br>
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Skill: Skill in the operation of machine shop tools, power hand tools, and equipment used to rebuild or replace treatment plant and pumping station equipment parts. Must have the ability to read and understand electrical schematics, blueprints and diagrams. Must possess excellent time management skills.<br>
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Physical Requirements<br>
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Moderate to heavy physical effort required in performing work. Occasionally required to move (push, pull, lift or carry) objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to lift heavy objects and to occasionally perform some strenuous work under varying weather conditions. Ability to walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods of time. Ability to talk, listen and hear. The position has normal vision requirements including the ability to adjust focus at close and distant vision.</p></div></div></div>

Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Statement of Duties<br>
Administrative and supervisory work in directing the operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment Plant and pumping stations and industrial pretreatment program (IPP); technical work in the planning, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of municipal wastewater collection and treatment systems; all other related work as required.<br>
Works to anticipate, meet and exceed customer service expectations in a positive and professional manner.<br>
Supervision<br>
Works under the general direction of the Chief Plant Operator. Performs highly responsible duties of requiring the exercise of independent judgment in the administration, operation, and maintenance of the treatment plant and pumping stations.<br>
In the absence of the Chief Plant Operator, has direct supervisory responsibility for full- time and part-time employees.<br>
Job Environment<br>
Administrative work is performed under typical office conditions; most work is generally performed under shop and pump station conditions, with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noises, hazardous chemicals and toxic conditions, fumes or airborne particles, infectious disease, and electrical hazards; many functions are performed within an office setting. On call (24 hr/day) on a rotating basis at the WWTF; on-call for emergencies/breakdowns/alarms/etc. and may be contacted at any time; may be required to work outside of business hours.<br>
Operates an automobile, light truck, light equipment, hand and power tools, lab equipment such as pH meter, dissolved oxygen meter, flow meter, automatic sampler, electrical test equipment, lab equipment; operates computer and standard office equipment.<br>
Makes occasional contacts with other municipal departments, city, state, and federal officials, engineering/consulting firms, vendors, and commercial users. Has some contact with the general public. Contacts are in person, by telephone, cell phone, electronic mail, radio dispatch and in writing and require discussing complex and technical subject matters.<br>
Has access to division-oriented information, such as personnel records, and bid proposals.<br>
Errors in either technical application of procedures, or in the interpretation of related data, could result in lower standards of service, inadequate wastewater collection, damage to equipment, and could adversely affect the wastewater collection service, resulting in financial and legal repercussions for the city. Errors in judgment could lead to danger to public health and safety.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<div><p>The essential functions or 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 the position.<br>
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In the absence of the Chief Operator, oversees and supervises the WWTF and pump station staff; oversees the completion of any assigned projects.<br>
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Coordinates the activities of the WWTF work groups. Ensures that wastewater facilities and pumping stations operate in accordance with procedures established by city, state and federal regulations; checks facilities and equipment for proper operation; troubleshoots breakdowns; assigns duties to operators, maintenance personnel and other employees, as required.<br>
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Assists with the preparation of the WWTF and pump stations annual operating budget, annual CIP budget and develops CIP plans.<br>
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Assists with the development, Implementation and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures.<br>
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Administers requisitions and purchases parts as needed; makes chemical, physical and mechanical analysis and bacteria counts; works with government agencies in meeting the wastewater permitting regulations.<br>
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Follows up on progress of work; inspects; makes periodic reports to the Chief Operator regarding work to be done, status of work in progress, projects completed, and costs involved.<br>
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Implements new programs and procedures; coordinates employee training sessions; updates existing procedures as needed.<br>
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Coordinates all activities of the wastewater facility, pump stations and personnel to ensure compliance with environmental permits; ensures that all work is performed in a safe and cost-efficient manner.<br>
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees and the public. Performs similar or related work, as required, or as situation dictates.<br>
Attendance is an essential function of this position.<br>
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Lead Operations/Lab/IPP Operator:<br>
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Responsible for plant laboratory and Implementing QA/QC plan.<br>
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Maintains operational records on a daily basis and prepares monthly summary reports for submittal to the EPA and New Hampshire DES.<br>
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Responsible for conducting Industrial Pretreatment Program Inspections and prepares reports. Confers with Chief Operator In regard to any and all actions taken.<br>
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As required by the New Hampshire DES - In the absence of the Chief Operator this Lead Position will be reported as the Operator in Responsible Charge.<br>
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Lead Maintenance Operator:<br>
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Establishes and directs a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all wastewater treatment facility and pump station systems and equipment.<br>
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Responsible for the preparation, maintenance and filing of various records, including reports on labor and stock used on projects.<br>
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Maintains maintenance records on a daily basis and prepares monthly summary reports for submittal to the Chief Operator, EPA and New Hampshire DES.<br>
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In the absence of the Chief Operator and the Lead Operations/Lab/IPP Operator this Lead Position will be assigned the duties of Operator in Responsible Charge.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Recommended Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Education and Experience<br>
High School diploma or equivalent. At least five (5) years of full-time experience in positions of increasing responsibility in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Special Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><div>Possession of a valid driver&rsquo;s license<br>
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Lead Operations/Lab/IPP Operator &ndash; Possession of:<br>
<ul><li>NH Grade III, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License</li><li>New England Collection System License (Grade II)</li><li>New Hampshire Grade II Wastewater Laboratory Analyst License</li></ul><br>
Lead Maintenance Operator &ndash; Possession of:<br>
<ul><li>NH Grade III, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License</li><li>New England Collection System License (Grade III)</li><li>New Hampshire Grade I Wastewater Laboratory Analyst License</li></ul>
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Knowledge, Ability and Skill<br>
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Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations concerning municipal wastewater treatment, pump stations, NPDES Permitting and water quality standards.<br>
Basic knowledge of industrial waste treatment methods and sanitary sewer systems. Working knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques of wastewater treatment. General knowledge of electricity, and hydraulics. Comprehension of biology, chemistry, and physics. Knowledge of Industrial Pretreatment Program and EPA Rules and Regulations.<br>
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Ability: Ability to manage employees and to maintain good public relations. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and plans. Ability to enforce regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to use a computer and laptop to access SCADA system from a remote site. Ability to use department-related equipment. Ability to run supervisory controls and data acquisition system (SCADA). Ability to resolve the more difficult customer service requests. Ability to interpret specific chemical and biological laboratory analyses.<br>
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Skill: Excellent planning and organizational skills. Budgetary skills. Excellent customer service skills. Skill in anticipating operational problems, and in taking corrective action to avoid serious malfunctioning of equipment.<br>
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Physical Requirements<br>
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Moderate to heavy physical effort required in connection with the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations and equipment. Light to moderate physical effort generally required for supervisory and administrative duties of the wastewater treatment facility and pumping stations. Frequent lifting in excess of 30 pounds required. Must be able to access all areas of the wastewater plant, pump stations and able to walk, talk, listen, stand and crouch for extended periods of time. The position has normal vision requirements including the ability to adjust focus and close and distant vision.</div></div></div></div>

Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic

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Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic