Water Treatment Plant Process Control Specialist

Position Overview

Water Treatment Plant Process Control Specialist

• Evaluating treatment plant performance by reviewing system inspections, operational data, historical records, and graphic trends to drive process control decisions
• Investigating and diagnosing abnormalities in groundwater wells, reservoirs, booster stations, and treatment processes — recommending corrective actions to maintain regulatory compliance
• Developing and implementing process control procedures that improve the efficiency and reliability of water treatment plant operations
• Assessing chemical usage to determine the appropriate chemicals, dosage levels, and application points for safe and effective water treatment
• Writing comprehensive reports on process control operations for management and regulatory agencies, and maintaining accurate logs and records of work performed

• A bachelor's degree in environmental science or a closely related field; other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be considered
• Five years of experience in water treatment with extensive knowledge of biological and/or chemical properties
• Possession of a Grade 3 or higher Operator's Certification in Water Treatment and Water Distribution from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality at time of hire
• This position requires a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen

This position has been designated as a Medium work position that spends a majority of its workday in a field/outdoor/treatment plant environment with exposure to hazardous materials.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

This position is exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employment with the Town of Gilbert is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Town at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.