Field Service Representative

Are you looking for a fantastic career at Aqua? We have a great opportunity for a Facility Operator in Boiling Springs and Gettysburg, PA.

This role is under the direction of the Field Supervisor and will perform a variety of activities to support the operation of water production facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, booster stations, distribution system, and the wastewater collection system.

• Maintains equipment at the assigned water production facilities and booster stations.
• Operates and maintains distribution systems including mains, valves, hydrants and service lines.
• Maintains equipment at the wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations.
• Operates and maintains sewer collection systems including collections mains and pump stations.
• Troubleshoots and repairs service piping and other related equipment.
• Performs routine water quality analysis in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards.
• Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality meets standards. Calculates various ratios and dosages.
• Completes customer service work orders, updates and maintains appropriate system documentation of activities and closes work orders in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Performs all tasks safely, professionally and in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws, rules and guidelines.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned.

• A high school diploma or GED.
• No previous experience required.
• A valid U.S. Driver’s License.

• Familiarity with computers / tablets and the basic operation of database, spreadsheet and word processing programs preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and accurately follow operating instructions both written and verbal.
• Mathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment Plants.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in writing.
• Familiarity with and understanding of the need to prevent wastewater pollution of area waters.
• Understand and maintain plan processes through computer-controlled equipment.
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.

• FO Trainee – Required to successfully pass either a Water or Wastewater general examination and at least one of the required subclasses within 24 months of employment.
• FO I – Minimum certification requirement of Class C Water or Wastewater.
• FO II – Minimum certification requirement of Class C Water and Class C Wastewater.
• FO III – Minimum certification requirement of Class C Water and Class C Wastewater, with all required subclasses.

• May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and /or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents. Company vehicle is provided.
• Commuter Vehicle will be provided for work purposes only.
• The on-call schedule requires the candidate to be available nights and weekends to adequately staff a 24 hour/7-day operation.

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations…