Water-Wastewater Operator II

Description

• Prepares reports and maintains logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage, and all other recordkeeping requirements; maintains various Company records and other reports as required by the state.
• Acts as liaison between customers and customer service; provides on-site customer communication.
• Operates and maintains water and/or wastewater treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental protection limits.
• Maintains a safe working environment and reports safety concerns to Area Manager.
• Ensures that facilities and grounds are kept clean and orderly and comply with Company standards.
• Cleans and maintains treatment plant, pumping stations and wells; prepares and paints equipment, walls and floors.
• Conducts ongoing repairs to equipment, or shuts down equipment for more extensive maintenance and repair, activating alternate equipment as needed. Requests services of outside maintenance vendor for major repairs and overhauls.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and adherence to Company policies and standards.
• Reads and interprets meters and gauges on central control panel, or at individual machines or stages in the treatment process. Adjusts controls as needed. Retrieves computer reports on treatment process.
• Back-washes filters and basins; handles chlorine in a safe, effective manner; assures proper working order of chlorine-related equipment.
• Adds chemicals to water by predetermined formula. Advises Lead Operator when minimum inventory levels of these materials have been reached.
• Completes facility and vehicle inspections, along with related follow-up.
• Must work On-Call in rotation as scheduled; responds to emergency situations as required.
• Installs and reads water meters.
• Assists Lead Operator with emergency procedures in the event of overflow or spill of chemicals or unpurified water. Follows safety protocol.
• Detects and reports atypical conditions, such as: damaged, malfunctioning and tampered meters, detecting and reporting leaks, high/low consumption, exposed wiring and other safety hazards.
• Monitors and samples well and groundwater upon entry to the system. Adjusts treatment levels when below-standard variances are detected. Samples water prior to exiting system.
• Activates pumps, valves and other processing equipment to move water through various treatment processes. Disposes of waste materials removed from water in line with Company procedures and government controls.

Requirements

• Currently holds second-level operator license per state regulation, may be in the process of obtaining third-level license; must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless utility service.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• 3 - 5 years mechanical experience, including at least 3 years specializing in chemical treatment of water and/or wastewater and/or a minimum of 3 years in water and/or wastewater utility field with experience in the operation and maintenance of ground-water supplied water systems and associated distribution system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize and/or analyze data.
• Ability to frequently perform moderate to heavy physical demands, including lifting (75 lbs.), walking (10+ miles daily), climbing and mechanical repair
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
• High school Diploma
• Ability to perform mathematical equations to determine chemical doses required for flow rates and proper treatment.
• Familiarity with computer applications MS Word, Excel and utilizing laptop, tablet and mobile device; ability to learn internal software programs
• Ability to read meters, charts and gauges and accurately maintain records of plant operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend written technical information and to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Benefits

• Constant, independent travel daily between worksites on Company time.
• Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays
• Job Schedule Full time
• 401(k) Program with Matching Contribution: We offer a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well.
• Grow With Us: Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance