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Water Treatment Plant Operator

The City of Kingston
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Job Title: Water Treatment Plant Operator


Salary: $62,140 per year, with benefits including medical, dental, paid leave, membership in the NYS Retirement System, and Deferred Comp.

 

Classification: Non-Competitive – NY HELPS Program


The Kingston Water Department is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator to join our team. This is a full-time, non-competitive position within the City Civil Service. The role involves the technical operation, monitoring, and maintenance of our Type A Water Treatment Plant. The role supports water quality assurance and ensures compliance with public health standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collects and analyzes water samples to ensure plant performance and water quality.
  • Conducts basic laboratory procedures (e.g., preparing distilled water, buffer solutions).
  • Operates and monitors the plant using the SCADA system.
  • Performs preventive and routine maintenance on plant equipment.
  • Assists the Chief Operator with inspections and investigating water quality complaints.
  • Carries out general building maintenance, basic repairs, and custodial duties.
  • Receives and responds to after-hours water-related calls; coordinates with on-call staff.
  • Regulates and adjusts chemical feed systems.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong understanding of operating principles for a Type A Water Treatment Plant.
  • Familiarity with Federal, State, and local regulations related to water treatment.
  • Knowledge of water treatment laboratory techniques, equipment, and safety procedures.
  • Ability to conduct field and lab tests to support plant operations.
  • Competency in record-keeping and maintaining operational logs.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently.
  • Physically capable of performing manual labor and equipment maintenance.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
  • Valid New York State Driver’s License at the time of application.

 

Special Requirements for Employment:

  • Must possess a Grade IIA Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the New York State Department of Health at time of appointment.

 

Application Process:

Applications for this position may be obtained from the Kingston Civil Service Office, located at 420 Broadway, Kingston, or online at https://kingston-ny.gov/Employment.

 

The Kingston Water Department is an equal opportunity employer.