What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment Technician position at Merrimack Village District?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Water Treatment Specialist to join our team as soon as possible. The ideal candidate will plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities. This position involves monitoring and managing water quality, performing equipment repairs, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and needs to be skilled in operation and maintenance of industrial equipment, as well as data collection and analysis. Hourly Rate will be determined based on experience and water certificates.
Duties
- Monitor and analyze water quality parameters to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Operate and maintain various water treatment equipment, including pumps, valves, and filtration systems along with general building and grounds maintenance.
- Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions as needed.
- Collect data related to water treatment processes for reporting and analysis purposes.
- Utilize SCADA software to monitor system status and analyze historical trends to troubleshoot system irregularities and effectively plan for daily and seasonal water demands.
- Maintain accurate records of operations, maintenance activities, and water quality tests including chlorine residual, pH, iron and manganese.
- Collaborate with team members to improve operational efficiency and safety protocols.
Requirements
- Strong foundational knowledge in water treatment processes and practices.
- Proficiency in basic math skills for calculations related to chemical dosing, flow rates, pressure and volume.
- Proficiency in basic technology such as Windows PC and Apple iPad to be able to utilize SCADA and asset management software, to be able to complete daily workorders and data collection.
- Familiarity with logic controllers, SCADA and Asset Management is a plus.
- Ability to perform plumbing and basic mechanical tasks as required for system maintenance.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues effectively.
- Strong attention to detail for accurate data collection and reporting.
- Willingness to work in various environmental conditions.
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours, when needed and be on call on a rotational basis
- Must be able to work well independently or with a team
- Report directly to Treatment Foreman and / or Operations Manager
Job Environment:
Position may require exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in this work environment is usually very loud. The position’s responsibilities are varied but follow standard routines.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to crouch, climb, occasionally lift, carry, pull or push up to 100 lbs.
Must be dependable with strong work ethics, strong communication skills and willingness to positively adapt to policies and procedures.
Needs to be, at most, 30 mins from Merrimack, NH to perform On-Call duties.
Education and Experience:
A candidate for this position should have a High School Diploma or equivalent GED.
A valid driver’s license
Experience working in water treatment or similar water related fields.
Water Treatment Operator Grade 1 License or the ability to obtain within 180 days.
We encourage candidates who are passionate about environmental sustainability and possess the necessary skills to apply for this vital role in our organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Dependent care reimbursement
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Ability to Commute:
- Merrimack, NH 03054 (Required)
Work Location: In person