Departments


Water Building 1

Water Department

John Anderson, Operator

PO Box 205
Wells, NY 12190
518-332-0941
518-924-4521
Description:

     The Water Operator in responsible charge is the person that makes decisions about the daily operations of the system that will directly impact the quality and/or quantity of the drinking water. He/she must be certified by the state Department of Health.

     The Water Operator is subject to call back in emergencies and serves in on-call duty.

Responsibilities:
  • Operates and maintains all town-owned Water Treatment facilities.
  • Monitors and maintains chemical levels in the water in compliance with State and Federal Regulations.
  • Handles a variety of chemicals on a daily basis.
  • Prepares records, logs and reports.
  • Collects water samples for compliance with a variety of water quality standards in accordance to the Safe Drinking Water Act.
  • Transports/handles hazardous chemicals.
  • Starts/stops well operation as needed.
  • Monitors safe and efficient operation of equipment.
  • Calculates water flows.
  • Routinely cleans and maintains equipment.
  • Knows the Methods and Procedures of water system operation.
  • Knows the rules and regulations pertaining to water process and control.
  • Is knowledgeable in the work and care of work-related tools/equipment.
  • Knows how to apply the principals of mechanics in regards to equipment, machines and devices used in water systems.
  • Performs physically demanding work.
Hours of Operation:

January 1 through April 3 

Monday - Friday

6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

April 4 through October 30

Monday - Thursday

6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

October 31 through December 31

Monday - Friday

6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

 

*The Water Operator is subject to call back in emergencies and serves in on-call duty.

Contacts:
Town Supervisor's Office
Phone: 518-924-7912
Superintendent
Highway Department
Clay Earley Jr.
Email:
Phone: 518-924-3155
Images:
Water Building 2

 

 

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