Certified Operator

Job Details

Job Location:

Helena, MT 59602

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $28.00 - $36.00 Hourly

Job Category:
Skilled Labor - Trades

Company Overview:
Peak Water Services (PWS) is a leading service provider specializing in the maintenance, repair, and optimization of rotating equipment and associated systems in various industries, including water, wastewater, manufacturing, oil and gas, power generation, and petrochemicals. We are dedicated to providing high-quality services to our clients, ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of their critical machinery and systems.

A certified Water/Wastewater operator who will work with the leadership of County Water & Sewer Districts, HOA’s, Municipalities, etc. to support the operation of multiple water and wastewater systems.

• Effective/efficient communication with clients, management, administration, and salespeople; proactively identifying, examining, and solving problems before and as they arise
• Understand and interact with the leadership of common utility governance and operational structures – HOA, Municipalities, County Water & Sewer Districts, etc.
• Submit the necessary reports to the state’s governing body of Water and Wastewater
• Maintain and execute the schedule for system operations such as sampling, reports, etc.
• Advise owners, boards, engineers, and others on all aspects of water and wastewater system operations and management including budgeting, rate setting, operations, maintenance, systems, software, etc.
• Understand customer requirements by in-depth investigation of each scope of work; procuring the equipment and parts necessary; complete troubleshooting and testing of work performed daily
• Identify and suggest solutions to customers and supervisors for improved methods, techniques, and equipment of systems
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed on every job site, every day
• Maintain company equipment in proper operating condition by following operating instructions; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; and enforce proper operation by fellow employees
• Support the Service Manager’s role in ensuring all documentation is completed, collected, and submitted to appropriate parties in a timely fashion
• Participating in educational opportunities to increase knowledge/expertise/experience/relationships; read professional publications
• All other job duties and responsibilities as determined/assigned by management

This is a full-time hourly wage position. Regular performance reviews will be provided and strong performance will result in pay increases. Schedule details to be determined and subject to periodic changes.

Paid holidays, vacation and personal time, matching 401(k), health insurance.

Schedule:

10-hour shift

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Currently have and maintain multiple valid fully Certified Operator Certifications in Water or Wastewater in MT, ND, WY, , CO and/or UT. Wastewater 1C and Water 1A and 1B are preferred.
• Able to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card and unrestricted driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• Demonstrated mastery of company systems and processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to use general business software (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Excel, Adobe Acrobat) and hardware (smartphone/tablet, notebook computer, scanner, etc.).
• Small to Medium water and sewer utility systems knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and equipment maintenance experience required.
• Required to have a Wastewater C-1 (preferred), or a Potable Water System 4AB license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card and unrestricted driver’s license with acceptable MVR is required.

Outside and exposed to the elements 60+% of the time.

Dirty, wet and/or dusty environments including wastewater plants.

Long drive times in all types of weather, with potential for multiple-day trips and extended standby time.

Join our team as a Certified Operator, and utilize your expertise to ensure the reliability and efficiency of critical infrastructure and the interconnected systems that rely on their seamless operation. Apply now to become part of a dynamic organization committed to excellence in municipal and industrial services.