Certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Description

• Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, feeders and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations
• Mix and add treatment chemicals; ensure adequate chemical application according to regulations and guidelines
• Abide by the PSI policies, procedures, and structure
• Maintain, compile and update plant operations logs and reports; perform and record mathematical calculations related to plant operational activities
• Collect and document samples and perform a variety of routine wastewater laboratory tests; laboratory vendors; monitor laboratory results; collect wastewater samples as required
• Perform assigned treatment plant rounds; inspect, monitor, troubleshoot, performance test and document plant processes
• Maintain, repair, modify, troubleshoot, and service plant operations machinery and equipment including pumps, valves, motors, meters, tanks, reservoirs, and feeders
• Perform general plant facility maintenance such as cleaning, painting, and repairing plant facilities; perform various grounds maintenance duties as required
• Attend meetings, events and other functions as required

Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment background check
• Work in a cooperative and professional manner with PSI staff and onsite staff
• Knowledge of the mechanical, biological, and chemical processes involved in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant. Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, inspection, repair, and installation of wastewater treatment plant components
• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment used in the wastewater treatment process
• High School diploma or GED required
• Ability to perform, analyze, and interpret laboratory tests for the purpose of making operational adjustments
• Must be able to climb ladders, regularly lift weights up to 50 pounds, and work in a physically demanding environment
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Qualified applicant must be able to pass a background check in order to access the facility
• Water and Wastewater Certification Preferred

Benefits

• Always the opportunity for professional development
• Family, travel, and educational benefits (ask us for more information!)
• Generous PTO, paid-federal holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• 24/7 healthcare access to telehealth services for your convenience
• Three options for medical plans plus offered dental, and vision insurance
• Company life insurance options for you and your family
• PLUS, a $800 monthly allowance to cover PSI insurance premium costs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance