Lead Pump Operator

JOB
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEYWorking for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named “The #1 Best Place to Live in America.” Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That’s why we exist. OUR CORE VALUESCity of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.SUMMARY OF POSITIONUnder general direction, this position leads pump operators in performing activities in the operation and maintenance of water pumping facilities to ensure quality and adequate water supply for human consumption, fire suppression, and industrial or commercial use. Position is responsible for ensuring all pumps, motors, tanks, towers, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) are operating properly. Performs related work as required, including water quality sampling and testing. Will be scheduled to 24 hours 7 days a week on-call duty.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees. Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.Contribute to a positive work culture.Maintain regular and reliable attendance.Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists Supervisor in performing various tasks and special assignments relating to the job.Assumes responsibilities of direct supervisor as required.Dictates settings for all operational processes and equipment such as levels, flows, pressures, water quality parameters, and all other aspects related to the operation of the process.Responsible for ensuring correct and thorough completion of all logs and records in assigned area.Direct the daily activities of pumping operations and staffResponsible for ordering and handling various chemicals.Interprets, explains, and enforces provisions of applicable laws, regulations, and standards relating to operation and maintenance of the City's water pumping and storage facilities; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and maintains pumps, motors, and facilities at pump stations and water towers; diagnoses electrical problems; performs repair and maintenance work in routine (preventive) and emergency situations; purchases parts as needed.Prepares, completes, or maintains various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documents as required by the State regulatory agencies. These reports include but are not limited to; water pumping flows on a daily, monthly, and annual basis; water sampling reports; flushing reports; chlorine reports; Consumer Confidence Report (CCR); lead and copper report, and trihalomethane report.Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, flow charts, pressure charts, test reports, inspection forms, architectural drawings, civil drawings, map books, laws, policies, procedures, manuals, directories, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, and/or retains as appropriate.Operates a utility truck, personal computer, general office equipment, diagnostic instruments, meters, electrician tools, hand tools, and other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database, graphs, SCADA system, e-mail, Internet, and other computer programs.Performs general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking, and replacing fluids, painting equipment surfaces, washing/cleaning equipment, maintaining grounds and water towers, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.Communicates with superintendent and director, other employees, other departments, regulatory agencies, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, to review status of work, to exchange information, or to resolve problems.Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; reads related professional publications; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.Will be scheduled to 24 hours 7 days a week on-call duty.Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.Complies with all written City policies and procedures.Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.Drive to and from destinations as assigned by Supervisor.Other duties may be assigned. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties as assigned or directed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORSAbility to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided. Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.Must possess the ability to communicate and document daily activities to ensure proper plant operation.The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect.Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as electrical diagrams, pump and motor manuals, state regulations, water and sewer maps, equipment operator manuals, and City policy manuals.Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.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.Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; requires the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures; ability to interpret graphs.Requires the ability to perform coordinated movements involving placing and turning motions, such as utilizing electrical motors and tools, diagnostic instruments, electric drills, pH/Temp meter, pressure gauges, operating a computer terminal, utilizing various mechanical tools, and driving a truck.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDSTasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination. WORK ENVIRONMENTThere is limited exposure to environmental conditions. Task may require exposure to strong odors and/or smoke, traffic hazards, extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.