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Water Reclamation Operator
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Water Reclamation Operator
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The following Idaho license levels are recognized for purposes of. Ability to obtain Idaho Wastewater Collections I or Treatment Operator license within.

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Water Reclamation Operator

City of Post Falls -
Post Falls, ID

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Job Details

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Water Reclamation Operator

CITY OF POST FALLS
CLASS SPECIFICATION

WATER RECLAMATION OPERATOR

Pay Grade: PW-6
FLSA Designation: Non Exempt Effective Date: 10/01/2025

General Statement of Duties
Performs skilled operations and maintenance work in a wastewater collection and treatment
system; performs related work as required.

Classification Summary
The primary function of an employee in this class is to perform skilled operations and
maintenance duties in a wastewater collection and treatment facility, including monitoring,
operating, and adjusting equipment. The employee in this class performs more complex tasks
involving problem-solving and situational responses and may exercise lead duties over other
employees. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Operator. The
principal duties of this class are performed in a wastewater collection and treatment system
environment that may include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving
the use of power tools and equipment and exposure to hazardous and allergenic materials.

Positions in this class are flexibly assigned at the supervisor’s discretion to areas of
maintenance, operations, pretreatment and Stormwater. In accordance with the established
personnel policy for this class, employee’s wage assignment depends on the employee’s level
of Idaho operator licensure. The following Idaho license levels are recognized for purposes of
wage assignment within this class. Other licenses may be added as conditions or operating
requirements change:

Wastewater Collections Operator 1 through 4
Wastewater Treatment Operator 1 through 4

Examples of Work (Illustrative Only) Essential
Duties and Responsibilities

Monitors and adjusts process control panels, gauges, and meters to detect variations in

operating conditions;

Operates computerized maintenance tracking and scheduling programs;
Performs scheduled and emergency maintenance and repairs on collection system and

all plant equipment

Performs sampling and laboratory testing of various plant processes;

Water Reclamation Operator

Interprets results and adjusts process controls accordingly;
Responds to emergency situations, such as system alarms, sewer backup calls, and

emergency line locates;

Operates job-related heavy equipment including, but not limited to, dump trucks,

sewer cleaning trucks, backhoes, and forklifts;

Performs duties as lead operator in the absence of other supervisory personnel;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and

safety practices;

Monitors the SCADA system to evaluate water system conditions;
Uses office equipment and computer software pertinent to the position;
Inspects and maintains Stormwater facilities;
Inspects and monitors pretreatment facilities;
Writes reports and permits;
Research available information to conduct line locates for sewer force-mains, gravity

mains, and sewer service lateral lines.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

On-call after duty hours on rotating basis to respond to emergency situations;
May perform snow plowing/deicing duties;
Perform other related duties that are required;
Work weekends and Holidays as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:

Methods, equipment, materials, tools, and standard practices for the operation and

maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility;

Chemistry, Physics, Microbiology, and Math as it relates to Wastewater treatment;
Electrical and control principles and equipment;
Wastewater laboratory sampling and testing procedures and standards;
Federal (OSHA) regulation and City policies regarding safe work practices and handling

and disposal of hazardous materials;

Basic understanding of common computer software.

Ability to:

Follow written and oral instructions;
Perform simple mathematical calculation as required for system operation;
Read and interpret system technical and operational manuals and guidelines;
Read and interpret meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring

equipment;

Operate manual and automated valve, pump, and control systems;
Operate a motor vehicle;
Operate hand and power tools;

Water Reclamation Operator

Operate heavy equipment;
Operate standard office equipment, including a computer using program applications

appropriate to assigned duties;

Learn and interpret test results, make visual inspections and adjust processes

accordingly;

Prepare written reports and maintain system performance records;
Communicate effectively with the public and other employees;
Operate and interpret Geographic Information System and Supervisory Control and

Data Acquisition software;

Be on-call for specified periods of time and capable of responding within 30 minutes of

receiving the call.

Acceptable Experience and Training

High School Diploma or GED equivalency required;
Two (2) years Wastewater system maintenance; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge

and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Special Qualifications

Ability to obtain Idaho Wastewater Collections I or Treatment Operator license within

18 months of hire;

Wastewater operator licensing shall be in accordance with Idaho Bureau of

Occupational Licensing requirements;

As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain operator and

pesticide applicator licensing at the highest level attained during tenure in this job
classification;

Idaho Class B CDL endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Essential Physical Abilities

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or

without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal
instructions, communicate with other employees and the public, and discern warning or
emergency alarms, including vehicle backup warning;

Sufficient vision or other power of observation, with or without reasonable

accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions
and work orders, technical and operational documents, and blueprints;

Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits

the employee to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer,
laboratory testing and monitoring equipment, and a variety of power and hand tools
and to make adjustments to equipment;

Sufficient strength to lift objects up to 75 pounds;

Water Reclamation Operator

Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, stamina, and balance to perform operation and

maintenance tasks which require stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, and working on
ladders, working in enclosed and confined spaces, and work in a Wastewater treatment
facility environment.

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