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Water Control Room Operator

Salary

$55,475.68 - $58,393.92 Annually

Location

Toledo, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00080

Department

Public Utilities

Division

Water Treatment

Opening Date

06/05/2025

Closing Date

6/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in the monitoring, operation, adjustment and minor maintenance of pumps, valves, engines, treatment processes and other equipment in the Water Plant and at the pump stations; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Operates and maintains water treatment and chemical feed equipment including but not limited to, filtration, chlorination, sodium chlorite, purification, water softening, fluoridation, sludge dewatering and carbonation equipment

Manually operates all plant valves, including filter valves, and the sludge collection system

Takes any meter readings manually as needed

Investigates any part of the system and any alarms as directed by the Senior Water Control Room Operator;

Performs minor and daily maintenance as needed which includes, but is not limited to, replacing shear pins, tightening screws and lubing

Responsible for monitoring security systems

Checks, inspects, records and reports the need for equipment maintenance and repair;

manually runs both high service, low service and emergency power stations as needed including but not limited to, correctly operating all pumps and motors, maintaining proper pressures, operating voltage switch gear, operating diesel stand-by power generators

Assists in training and instructing new employees as needed

Conducts performance tests of equipment; responsible for performing simple laboratory tests as needed such as turbidity, alkalinity and hardness; manually removes fish, mussels, or other debris from low service screen well as directed or to maintain operations

Assists in monitoring and operating computer system to ensure proper operation of various sections of the water treatment system

Performs housekeeping duties and cleans machinery; prepares reports and records as directed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:Water Treatment systems (intake, distributions, pumping, treatment)

Operation and maintenance of stationary engines, pumps, electric motors, and associated equipment

Tools, equipment, materials and supplies pertinent to the trade

Chemical reactions and applications in a water treatment system

Hazards and safety precautions of the work

Skill in:Using basic tools and operating and maintaining a variety of engines, pumps, motors, and other mechanical equipment

Operating a computer, writing reports and keeping records.

Communicating and working well with others

Ability to:Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Tests equivalency

A Class I Water Supply Operator Certification issued by the State of Ohio EPA

OR

Designation as an Operator in Training (OIT) by the State of Ohio EPA after passing the Class I Water Supply Operator Certification Exam

For more information on becoming a Water Supply Professional Operator see the Ohio EPA website: Certified Operators (https://epa.ohio.gov/divisions-and-offices/drinking-and-ground-waters/certified-operators)

ADDITIONAL OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ An individual with an equivalent license from another state must obtain reciprocity from the State of Ohio EPA before their application will be considered.

+ To apply for reciprocity, see the Ohio EPA resources for operators link here:Forms and Resources (https://epa.ohio.gov/divisions-and-offices/drinking-and-ground-waters/certified-operators/forms-and-resources)

+ An individual designated as an operator in training (OIT) by the State of Ohio must obtain a Class I Water Supply Operator License within three (3) months after achieving the minimum experience required for the license.

+ Position assignment may require the possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

+ One (1) year of experience in the operation of equipment in a water treatment plant is preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee will occasionally stand, sit, climb, push, pull, drag and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The employee will frequently walk-in all-weather conditions. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crawling and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. This employee will occasionally work in extreme heat. This employee will frequently work in conditions where fumes and mists are presents. In addition, this employee will occasionally work in conditions where poor ventilation, dust and gases are present. This employee will be occasionally exposed to various hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.

Class Code: Water Control Room Operator (3445)

The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.

Health Insurance

The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.

Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Group Life Insurance

City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan

The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.

OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.

For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/

Deferred Compensation & 401(K)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.

Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.

For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp

401(k)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).

Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.

Roth 401(k)

The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.

Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.

01

Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.

03

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

04

What is your highest level of education?

+ High School Diploma or G.E.D.

+ Some College

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctorate Degree

+ None of the above

05

Please indicate which of the following you possess.

+ A Class I Water Supply Operator License issued by the State of Ohio

+ An equivalent license to Class I Water Supply Operator License from a DIFFERENT state

+ A higher Water Supply Operator License (Class II, Class III or IV)

+ No, I do not possess a Class I Water Supply Operator License but I have been DESIGNATED as an operator in training (OIT) by the State of Ohio.

+ No, I do not possess any of the above licenses or designations

06

How many years of experience do you have in the operation of equipment in a water treatment plant?

+ Four (4) or more years of experience

+ Three (3) to Four (4) years of experience

+ Two (2) to Three (3) years of experience

+ One (1) to Two (2) years of experience

+ Less than one (1) year of experience

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Employer

City of Toledo

Address

One Government Center Ste 1920

Toledo, Ohio, 43604

Phone

419-245-1500

Website

http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/

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