Water Well Operator I
CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
Exempt: No Department: Public Works Reports to: Deputy PW Director Location: Public Works Salary: 42,770.05 to 47,432.23
JOB SUMMARY
This is a non-exempt, entry-level, labor and semi-technical position located in the Public Works Department within the Water Well Division.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Operate motor vehicles.
Operates and maintains SCADA system, Variable Speed Drives, booster, and water well pumps at various locations within the OKC metro area, in maintaining adequate water supply to the city water system.
Keep daily records and various reports.
Responds to trouble calls if required.
Perform general maintenance on city vehicles.
Perform preventative maintenance on well pumps and valves.
Clean, paint, and perform basic maintenance on water well houses, booster houses & water towers as needed.
Perform grounds maintenance on well sites (such as, but not limited to, mowing, weed eating, tree and bush trimming).
Assist in performing maintenance in the Water/Sewer departments as needed, as well as other departments on an as needed bases.
Perform pool fills for contractors and residents as requested.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to perform assigned duties safely.
Ability to learn well site locations.
Ability to observe and detect equipment problems and report them to supervisory personnel.
Ability to interact positively with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
Make mathematical calculations.
Write legibly in preparation for log entries and reports.
Capable of operating motor vehicles, hand tools, and various power tools used in the maintenance of machinery and grounds.
Ability to work long and unusual hours, including overtime and weekends when required.
Work in inclement weather for long periods of time.
Must be able to understand and comply with oral and written instructions.
Must be able to obtain an Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality class “D” water & wastewater license within one year of employment, and class “C” water lab license within 3 years of employment.
Possess and maintain an Oklahoma driver's license and a driver’s record that is acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier.
HS graduate or GED equivalent
Some computer skills
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Vocational-Technical course(s) in mechanical equipment maintenance or related discipline.
SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED
The incumbent receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor and may supervise a less qualified employee, a part-time or seasonal employee.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is generally outside work, performed in all types of weather conditions.
Incumbents are often exposed to hazardous equipment and conditions.
Incumbent is often required to serve “on call” duty and respond to call-out for unforeseen events within the city affecting water supply and delivery and is required to work long or unusual hours and overtime when needed.
Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Work involves heavy lifting and the operation of equipment.
Some work may be required in confined spaces on varying surfaces that may be hazardous.
The incumbent is subject to dust, dirt, offensive odors, water, vibrations, loud noises, etc.
The operator may be exposed to injury from moving equipment, insect bites, poisonous plants, flying objects, and hazardous materials.
Applications are available to download here or pick up at the City of Nichols Hills Public Works Department, located at 1009 NW 75th Street, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma 73116.