Water / Wastewater Operator

Operator I

JOB FUNCTION / PURPOSE

The Operator I is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in water or wastewater treatment facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES



* Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.


* Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.


* Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.


* Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.


* Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.


* Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.


* Provides customer service functions when necessary.


* Other duties as assigned.

Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

QUALIFICATIONS



* Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.


* Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.


* The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential.


* Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential.


* Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.


* Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable.


* Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License (CDL preferred).

Water/Wastewater Operator's License specific to state and site-specific requirements.

Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.

Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.

Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally.

Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.

Willing to help others.

Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail.

Identifies & solves problems.

Escalates issues accordingly.

Checks work for quality.

Managing for Results: Works well with supervision.

Takes projects to completion.

Follows all company policies & SOPs .

Manages multiple tasks.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude.

Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.

Takes accountability for own performance.

Willing to take on additional assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, ...