Pa Dep Certified Drinking Water Operator

2026-11-03

The operator shall determine the optimum range of operational controls and disinfectant dosage necessary to maintain adequate chlorine residual , produce the highest quality of potable water and maintain satisfactory water pressure throughout the distribution system . During each site visit , the water supply system shall be monitored and evaluated , and suitable operational adjustments implemented accordingly to optimize system performance . Routine operation and maintenance shall include , but not be limited to : i . Performing routine maintenance and equipment inspections ; ii . Checking for proper operation of the submersible well pump , softener , reverse osmosis system and chemical feed pumps ; iii . Checking levels in the chemical feed tanks , softener brine tanks and preparing disinfection solution as required ; iv . Maintaining no less than 0 . 2 mg / L chlorine residual throughout the distribution system . When a sampling point has been shown to have a free chlorine residual of less than 0 . 2 mg / L , the Bidders shall take all necessary corrective action to increase the chlorine residual ; v . Adjusting disinfectant solution strength and / or chemical feed rates for maintaining adequate chlorine residual ; vi . Adjusting permeate rate as required ; vii . Replacement of the inline sediment filter monthly ; viii . Replacement of the reverse osmosis filter membranes yearly ix . Replace acid neutralizer media every 6 months x . Perform O & M maintenance on the softener and reverse osmosis system in accordance with manufacturer recommendations . xi . Checking for air or water leaks in the system , verifying proper operating water levels in the hydro pneumatic tank and ensuring adequate system pressure . All records of equipment replacement or repairs shall be maintained in a daily log kept on - site in a location accessible for a 24 - hour inspection by representatives of PennDOT and / or the PADEP . The Bidders shall prepare and implement a preventative maintenance program for maintaining and preserving facility and system equipment and will be liable for repairs resulting from the lack of effective maintenance .

Pennsylvania

2026-05-09