Employer: City of Garnett
Department:
Job Title: Water/Power Plant Operator
Salary: $0.000
Job Description:
POWER
PLANT OPERATOR
The City of Garnett has a residency requirement that would mandate the successful applicant for this position live within Anderson County.
Position
Summary
Under the supervision of the power
plant superintendent, and/or assistant superintendent, the power plant operator
performs duties involved in the city’s electric generation power plant. The employee in this position is responsible
for maintaining continuous operation of the generators, monitoring the city’s
connections with other electric systems and delivering the necessary electrical
power to the city of Garnett. The power
plant operator performs skilled and semi-skilled work. This employee
participates in the operation and maintenance of plant facilities, machinery
and equipment.
When necessary the power plant
operator assists in the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant
facilities.
The work schedule for the power
plant operator can vary from days, nights, holidays and weekends as determined
by the power plant superintendent.
Examples
of Work
* Monitors
gauges, meters and dials;
* Records load and voltage readings, prepares
daily paperwork and makes schedule of loads;
* Operates switch boards to control voltage and
distribution of electricity;
* Starts up and stops engines, motors and
generators;
* Maintains and makes repairs to power
generators and related equipment;
* Checks or tests equipment regularly;
* Per water treatment plant operations:
- Checks water levels
and maintains flow into chemical feed machine
- Performs tests for
chlorine, ammonia, alkalinity, fluoride and PH and records results.
- Adjusts feed rates
for proper balance.
- Maintains condition
of water pressure and levels in water towers.
* Supports other departments on projects;
* Other related duties as deemed necessary or
as required.
Power
Plant Operator
Position
Requirements
Experience:
One to three years of electric generating experience is preferred. Experience in water generating and treatment
helpful. Employee is expected to have
acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably
well after six months in the position.
Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Skills:
General knowledge of power plant operations, safety procedures,
equipment operation and maintenance and chemical usage. Mathematical aptitude to figure kilowatt
hours and computations for chemical addition for water treatment plant
procedures. The ability to operate generators,
electric motors, pumps, chemical feeders, pumping equipment, water testing
equipment and other department equipment.
Problem Solving:
Problem solving is a factor in this position. Problems include power outages, circuit
trips, pump and motor malfunctions.
Decision-Making:
Decision making is a factor in this position. Decisions include when to start power
generators and motors in adverse weather and how much load to carry. For water maintenance of water treatment
plant facilities, determining the amount of chemical to add to the water to
bring it in balance.
Accountability:
Employee is not responsible for budgetary control of an area within the
department and does not participate in the annual department budget process.
Supervision:
Supervision is required and job related decisions are always reviewed by
the power plant superintendent. Employee
has supervisory responsibilities over subordinate personnel.
Personal Relations:
Continual contact with other city employees and the general public.
Working Conditions:
Manual labor is required in this position. Adverse weather conditions and working with
electricity and chemicals are factors in this position.
Vacancy Number: garn112
Open Date: 7/2/2026 12:00:00 AM
Close Date: 12/30/9999 11:59:00 PM