Water Treatment Worker 2

Job Title Water Treatment Worker 2 Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the public , University Wide, AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental , AFSCME 1699 In-segment Special Instructions to Applicants

• PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS BEING POSTED INTERNALLY AND TO THE PUBLIC SIMULTANEOUSLY IN ORDER TO EXPEDITE THE POSTING PROCESS. HOWEVER, CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY AFSCME 1699 EMPLOYEES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST.

• OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.

• We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.

• In an effort to make the process of warding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.

• Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement. Posting Number 20166230S Job Description

• Under general supervision of Energy Plant Manager, or lead energy plant operator, cleans and assists in overhaul, maintenance and repair of all types of water treatment related equipment;

• May instruct and monitor other staff in general maintenance, service, and repair of water treatment equipment;

• Treats water in chillers, cooling towers, cooling water loops, heating water loops, boilers, domestic hot water systems and other water systems as required;

• Maintains and repairs chemical feed equipment and related devices;

• Provides work direction, training and mentoring of lower-level water treatment workers and/or other trade workers performing craft duties;

• Performs chemical testing, prepares reports and maintains testing records;

• Cleans, services, and repairs pumps, motors, water softeners, heaters, reverse osmosis, polishers and related water system equipment;

• May perform a variety of miscellaneous duties, (i.e., operating, cleaning, may assist in taking gauge readings, making adjustments, keeping records, and boiler/plant start-up and shut-down, helps contracted water treatment consultant take samples of all closed loops and cooling towers);

• Treats water in cooling towers, boilers and related water systems loops and components;

• Transports chemicals to site;

• Maintains complete records and prepares reports on tests performed, chemicals used, repairs, maintenance, and other routine duties performed;

• Performs any or all of the following tests: PH, TDS, Phosphate, Algae Control in cooling towers; P-Alkalinity, Sulfite, Phosphorous, TDS, Hardness, Iron in boiler; Hardness Level in softened water; Hardness, Alkalinity in Dealkalizers; Hardness, PH-Alkalinity, Sulfite, TDS, Iron in condensate;

• Checks/maintains Phosphonate or other treatments as necessary in closed loop system;

• Attends meetings on water treatment as directed;

• Work closely with contracted water treatment service provider and/or water treatment consultants;

• Maintains chemical feed equipment;

• Checks for proper oil levels in pumps;

• Performs minor repairs to chemical feed pumps, piping, valves;

• Advises and assists in operation and repair of other departmental equipment as needed;

• May be responsible for ordering or seeing that necessary chemicals, reagents, testing equipment, etc. is ordered and maintained;

• Responsible for maintaining the testing lab in the Heating Plant in a clean, neat, and orderly fashion;

• Performs other related duties as required;

• Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines;

• Provides work direction, training & mentoring for other water treatment workers engaged in cleaning, repair, inspection & maintenance in the heating plant facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety practices & procedures related to water system maintenance & repair; handling of water treatment chemicals; and testing & treatment of boiler water & water systems;

• Ability to carry out instructions;

• Ability to read, copy & record figures;

• Ability to read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals & percentages;

• Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;

• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;

• Ability to work independently or with others;

• Demonstrated willingness to work with diverse populations;

• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.;

• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;

• Ability to use electronic devices as directed;

• 48 months verifiable skilled experience in operation, maintenance & repair of water treatment technology - (i.e., handling chemicals, testing & treating boiler and cooling tower water, heating and cooling closed loops), care of reverse osmosis systems university wide & related safety practices & procedures, or equivalent;

• Valid Driver's License required;

• Successful completion of a test may be required;

• Additional and/or ongoing training may be required;

• May be exposed to dangerous machinery;

• May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise;

• May work inside & outside and be exposed to high & low temperatures, steam, hot water, and cold water;

• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals;

• Requires safety procedures to be followed.

• An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of employee mentoring*, training* and development*
• developed after employment

Department Heating Plant Pay Rate

AFSCME|08|$24.14 - $27.18 hourly rate

Job Open Date 07/01/2024 Posting Close Date

07/15/2024

Job Category Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment Months 12 month Planning Unit Vice President for Finance & Administration Work Schedule

PN122504

Work Days: Monday

• Friday

Work Hours: 6:00 a.m.

• 2:00 p.m.

Days Off:Saturday & Sunday

Campus Athens Expected hours worked per week 40 hours per week Expected duration of assignment Indefinite Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Jack Fulton, fultonj@ohio.edu Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Information

Employment Type full-time regular Job Family/Subfamily Career Track & Level Pay Grade AFSCME|08|

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