Water Operator

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive management of the facilities water supply, treatment, usage, and disposal
• Maintain accurate and detailed records throughout the process for each regulatory agency governing each stage of the process
• Ability to work independently, efficiently and make necessary decisions in regard to treatment requirements and quality standards
• Maintain detailed electronic log, documented rounds, electronic spreadsheets, and produce daily reports each shift
• Ensure that all equipment and instrumentation used in the treatment, usage, and disposal process meet regulatory and site specifications
• Make routine rounds throughout shift in all treatment areas
• Performs daily RCRA and Safety Inspections as required
• Report any exceedances or permit violations to supervision
• Order daily consumable products from vendors for items such as: Acid, chlorine, chemical additives, potable water loads, and lab testing equipment and chemicals
• Maintain and enforce compliance on a high level of housekeeping and environmental standards throughout all treatment areas
• Respond to upset and abnormal conditions in a safe and timely manner while following all established protocols
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, test, and monitor all equipment within the water treatment areas
• Report any emergency situations to supervision
• Perform basic maintenance to area equipment
• Issue work permits
• Provide operational expertise on unit and assist with audits and providing information for external entities and regulatory agencies
• Performs basic lab procedures and is proficient in the usage of basic lab equipment for testing

Qualifications

• Required: Class C Water Treatment Operator's Certification or Higher
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in water operations
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Specific Knowledge and experience may be considered to select candidates
• Technical Competencies: Advanced knowledge of water and wastewater treatment operations. Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and operational instructions. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and internet-based systems
• Communication Skills: Demonstrates clear, professional, and effective communication skills. Collaborates effectively across teams, maintains composure in high-pressure situations, and provides accurate and thorough information to colleagues and clients
• Problem Solving & Quality Focus: Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving operational challenges. Escalates concerns appropriately and contributes ideas that improve efficiency, quality, and productivity
• Results-Oriented Performance: Works independently with minimal supervision while effectively managing multiple priorities. Adhere strictly to company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices
• Leadership & Initiative: Exhibits a positive, accountable, and leadership-focused mindset. Upholds company mission and values, mentors team members, and confidently assumes leadership responsibilities in the supervisor’s absence

GREAT BENEFITS WITH A QUICK START!

We offer Health, Dental, Vision and life Insurance at little or no cost that begin on 1st of the month after your start date

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person