Water Plant Operator Fulltime

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Job description

Title: Water Plant Operator

Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA, US, 18702

Type: Fulltime

Salary: $Market

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Job Knowledge

Knowledge of water purification processes, basic scientific concepts, water quality standards and regulations.

Working knowledge of basic mechanical and automated control systems.

Ability to obtain Waterworks Operators Certificate (Plant Specific) within one to three years, depending on class.

Must adhere to company policies regarding mandatory shift coverage when required.

Skills & Abilities

Communicate in an effective manner, both oral and written, with the general public and company personnel. Read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc.

Mathematical skills sufficient to be able to calculate dosages, surface areas, volumes, weights, measures and algebraic formulas.

Mechanical ability sufficient to operate pumps, valves, motors and other mechanical equipment related to plant operation and maintenance.

Must cope with environmental conditions including contact with water, chemicals, fumes, odors and dust as a result of working with and handling potentially hazardous water treatment and laboratory chemicals. Minimum exposure to inclement weather mostly of short duration.

Must be able to comply with continuing education requirements as needed for Operator certification renewal.

Physical Requirements

Physical fitness- capable of lifting and/or carrying 50 lbs. or more on a frequent basis. Walking up and down stairs. Working in confined areas. Ability to wear a respirator.

Ability to comply with the Company's attendance policies.

Ability to respond to 24 / 7 callout.

Educational Qualifications

High School graduate or state recognized education equivalency certificate. Technical college coursework and / or degree in chemistry, environmental sciences, civil or environmental engineering is preferred.

Successful Completion of the following correspondence course; "Volume 1 - Water Treatment Plant Operation", offered by University of California at Sacramento.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Knowledge

Waterworks Operator's Certification in appropriate class is desirable.

Skills & Abilities

Experience with technically advanced computer control systems (SCADA) and advanced coagulant control using zeta meter is preferred.

Experience

Previous employment in water treatment, hydrology or related environmental science, civil or environmental engineering, or analytical experience, is preferred.

Additional Information

Licenses/Certification

Pennsylvania Class A Water Treatment License preferred or ability to obtain within 3-years.

An active, state driver's license required and ability to pass motor vehicle background check.

Shift/Schedule:

24/7 operation

Weekly rotation swing shift that includes weekend and holidays.

Benefits

If Interested please send your updated resume to : and include your rate/Salary requirement along with your contact details with a suitable time when we can reach you. If you know of anyone in your sphere of contacts, who would be a perfect match for this job then, we would appreciate if you can forward this posting to them with a copy to us.

We look forward to hearing from you at the earliest

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