Water Operator

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

Water Distribution I license preferred or ability to obtain within nine months.

Salary range $27-$33/hr depending on level of experience.

• 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 the 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, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call.

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

Water Distribution I license preferred or ability to obtain within nine months.

Salary range $27-$33/hr depending on level of experience.

• 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 the 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, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call.

• 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:

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 & the 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…