Water Treatment Operator

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

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The Water Treatment Operator will operate, monitor, and maintain water and wastewater treatment systems at FCI Otisville in New York. This is a Dual Wastewater and Water Treatment facility, and the position is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of both systems in accordance with applicable federal, state, and facility requirements.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain water treatment and wastewater treatment systems, equipment, and processes.
• Perform routine inspections, testing, sampling, and analysis to ensure treatment systems are operating within required parameters.
• Monitor pumps, valves, tanks, chemical feed systems, filtration systems, and other treatment equipment.
• Make operational adjustments as needed to maintain proper treatment processes and system performance.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, records, test results, and other required documentation.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and identify equipment malfunctions or conditions requiring repair.
• Handle and maintain treatment chemicals in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Respond to alarms, equipment issues, and other treatment system conditions as required.
• Ensure operations comply with applicable New York State, federal, and facility regulations, permits, and procedures.
• Coordinate with facility personnel and maintenance staff regarding treatment system operations, repairs, and issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of water treatment and wastewater treatment processes, equipment, and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable New York State and federal water and wastewater regulations.
• Ability to perform water quality and wastewater testing and maintain accurate operational records.
• Ability to identify equipment issues and take appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to safely handle treatment chemicals and operate treatment equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work independently and follow established safety, environmental, and operating procedures.

• Must hold valid New York State Wastewater Treatment Plant Certification at the Grade of Assistant/Shift Operator, Grade 2A or higher.
• Must hold valid New York State Water Treatment Plant Certification at the Assistant Operator, Grade C or higher.
• Candidates must be dually certified in both Wastewater Treatment and Water Treatment.
• Experience operating and/or maintaining water treatment and wastewater treatment systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required facility access, security clearance, or background investigation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Experience operating treatment systems in a correctional, government, municipal, or industrial facility.
• Experience with New York State water and wastewater treatment requirements.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and treatment system monitoring.
• Experience with computerized monitoring or control systems.

The salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $ annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.