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UTILITY OPERATOR III Page 1 CITY OF LATHROP UTILITY OPERATOR III Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications,may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position. DEFINITION: Under general supervision, learns to perform and performs the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Utility Operator series, including skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City's water distribution, sewer collection, recycled water, and storm drain systems; assists other units of Public Works in the maintenance of streets, facilities and buildings as needed; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required. Additionally under general supervision, operates all of the water treatment and related processes associated with the City's water treatment plant, pump stations, and reservoirs; performs standard water quality chemical tests, makes minor and major repairs to plant equipment and performs other job related duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Utility Operator III is the journey level shift operator classification in the Operator series. Incumbents perform a full range of duties related to the operation, maintenance and repair of the City's water distribution, sewer collection, recycled water, and storm drain systems. Utility Operator III's perform complex duties in connection with the operation, maintenance, and repair of ground water treatment plants, water wells, and water storage facilities. Work is performed independently, and may include acting as a lead worker with an assistant. Incumbents shall possess the ability to diagnose malfunctions in a variety of water quality processes. The position requires employees to perform a variety of specialized water quality testing and be skilled in working SCADA and HMI systems. Utility Operator III — Classification is distinguished from the next higher level of Chief Utility Operator in that the latter is an advanced journey level classification responsible for full supervision and review of staff involved in operation, maintenance and repair of City's water, sewer and storm water systems. SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED: This position receives direction from the Public Works Utility& Street Maintenance Superintendent. Incumbents in this classification do not routinely exercise supervision. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following) • Independently operates monitors, inspects, and adjusts processes using a SCADA computerized control system.