Lead Operator​/AWTF

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3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $ Annually

Job Title:

Advanced Water Treatment Facility Lead Operator

Department:
Asset Management

Reports To:

Operations and Maintenance Manager / Chief Plant Operator

Normal Business

Hours:

6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., shifts:
Sun.–Wed or Wed-Sat.

Alternative work week of 4 days, 10-hour shifts

Classification:
Exempt

Prepared Date:
May 2026

Reporting directly to the Chief Plant Operator and Operations Supervisor, the Lead Operator shall function in a supervisory capacity, as well as performing the same duties as the subordinate operators. They direct the day-to-day operation of the AWTF facility, including, influent pumping, ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis, UV advanced oxidation process, chemical storage and chemical addition. The Lead Operator will be the designated operator in charge of the facility in the absence of the CPO.

The Lead Operator is an advanced level position with operational responsibilities during their respective shift and when on after-hour call response duties. The lead Operators shall coordinate daily operation and maintenance tasks in accordance with PERC Water’s QA/QC standards.

• Oversees and performs a variety of assignments related to the operation and maintenance of an advanced wastewater treatment facility. Treatment processes include ultrafiltration (UF), reverse osmosis (RO) and UV advanced oxidation.
• Serve as the Designated Operator-in-Charge in the CPOs absence.
• Plan assignments in conjunction with the CPO to ensure the smooth progression of workflow toward a successful completion of work activities.
• Assist the CPO in the assembly of all required operating and regulatory reports. Knowledge and understanding of the contractual obligations and deliverables for the designated treatment facility.
• Plan, coordinate and participate in daily operational activities including, but not limited to the following:
  • Develop operational SOPs and training curriculums
• Monitoring plant equipment and processes
• Collecting and processing water quality samples
• Managing plant chemical inventory
• Cleaning, maintaining and optimizing membrane systems
• Managing electronic operations and management tools (Data Management, CMMS, etc.)
• Conduct training as required and requested by the CPO to ensure appropriate level of staff knowledge to both subordinate operators and maintenance staff.
• Compile, prepare and maintain reports and logs as needed.
• Inspect and evaluate system and equipment functionality as well as the overall treatment facility; coordinate with appropriate staff, including the CPO, Maintenance Manager and the designated Health and Safety Officer.
• Participate in facility housekeeping activities, including maintenance work such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding, painting and other tasks as assigned.
• Collect water quality samples, including preparation of sample bottles, labeling and utilization of appropriate sampling methods as specified in the approved standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Operate motorized vehicles, forklifts and other mobile equipment.
• Participate in facility safety training and following all specified safety procedures in accordance with PERC Water Corp. safety program.
• Troubleshooting and repairing parts and systems.
• During a plant emergency, may be called in to assist with plant operations and maintenance activities.
• Communicate any problems/issues to supervisor.
• All other tasks as assigned by Project Manager/CPO Maintain acceptable attendance per PERC standards.

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