Surface Water Treatment Operator

This role is responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of surface water treatment facilities to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant production of potable water. The role involves performing routine monitoring, chemical handling, equipment maintenance, and assisting with plant operations and documentation.

Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential to successfully carry out daily tasks and contribute to the overall performance of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Completes daily production and chemical usage records and calculations. Performs laboratory tests for plant process control. Assists in backwashing filters, maintains plant operation records, and periodically checks chemical feed and process control equipment. Prepares treatment chemicals and loads feeder hoppers and day tanks.

Receives, stores, and takes inventory of plant chemicals and materials. Operates forklifts and other machinery. Performs assigned plant preventive maintenance, structure maintenance, and equipment repair. Completes equipment maintenance and repair records, including work orders. Assists in operational documentation, including daily logs, flow settings, unit inspections, chemical dosages and chemical residuals.

Assists in periodic testing of all emergency equipment. Performs assigned plant housekeeping, janitorial, and painting duties. Assists in special plant projects, such as filter media change out, clear-well cleaning, clarifier cleaning, lagoon cleaning, miscellaneous tank cleanings and cross training in Distribution Operation.

Successfully responds to routine incidents. This position requires frequent use of respiratory protection and frequent work in confined spaces. Participates in standby rotation and works on weekends and holidays as needed. Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and/or 6 months years of relevant professional experience. Valid Driver’s License with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. Candidate must be able to obtain their Class D Water Treatment Operator License within a reasonable amount of time and show demonstrated progress towards Class C license. Holds relevant certifications required for the team’s need or directed by management.

Must qualify for respirator use. Demonstrates mechanical aptitude. Familiarity with general office software. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently, including problem analysis and solving. Customer service experience preferred. Ability to participate in physical activities including lifting, bending, squatting, reaching, kneeling, climbing, and working in awkward positions, as well as using heavy weight tools and materials.