Water Treatment Plant Operator

Job Description

Job Description

WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR | KAIYUH SERVICES, LLC

Type of Position: Full-Time, Regular

Tier: I

Location: Yuma, AZ

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Project Manager

JOB OVERVIEW

Kaiyuh Services, LLC is seeking a full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator to join our team. This position operates and maintains the Yuma Desalting Plant, Water Quality Improvement Center (WQIC).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the operations and maintenance of the Yuma Desalting Plant Production Facility (YDP) and the Yuma Area Office (YAO) drinking water system
• Perform routine and non-routine inspections of the entire water treatment facility
• Collect and run routine bench top analysis of various water treatment samples
• Collect, document and report operating conditions of specific water treatment equipment and systems
• Record routine and non-routine activities during scheduled shifts
• Housekeeping responsibilities throughout the Yuma Desalting Plant
• Perform incidental tasks related to the position as well as various duties, as assigned, to support the overall objectives/goals of the team while maintaining a positive attitude

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Valid Az Driver's License
• Grade 1 Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Water Treatment Certification or a college degree with the ability to obtain a grade 1 water treatment license within 6 months
• Experience with operating and maintaining conventional pretreatment water systems
• Experience with reverse osmosis systems
• Excellent customer service skills, including verbal communication and interpersonal relations skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Basic analytical and creative problem-solving skills, along with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites software
• Higher level water treatment certifications are preferred
• Knowledge of SCADA control systems from a user standpoint is desired

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

• As a condition of employment, it will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to YDP. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Kaiyuh Services, LLC (KSL) we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well – because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At KSL, you will contribute to our mission, making a difference in the lives of our Alaska Native shareholders community. We work with our clients to develop creative solutions with an emphasis on our respect for our land, culture, language, tradition, and one another.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Job is performed in an office and field setting. During work in the field setting, the candidate will be exposed to an environment typical of the southwest desert. The candidate may also at times be required to work around chemicals typical of a water treatment facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent in the field. Candidate must be able to lift 50 pounds.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

The company is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. All employees are expected to adhere to safety guidelines and report any safety concerns.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. Individuals with specific accommodation needs are encouraged to discuss them with the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT KAIYUH SERVICES, LLC

Our parent company, Gana-A'Yoo, Limited is an Alaska Native-Owned Village Corporation serving its more than 2,000 Native shareholders and four villages located along the Yukon River. Alaska Native Corporations are the result of the passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which was signed into law in 1971. The act was intended to resolve long-standing issues surrounding aboriginal land claims, to stimulate economic development throughout Alaska, as well as to settle land and financial claims.

As a historically nomadic people who relied on each other, the concept of sharing is essential in Athabascan tradition. For thousands of years small groups would band together to share resources, helping to ensure both the success and survival of the group. In the Koyukon Athabaskan language, Gana-A'Yoo means "friends together," which is reflected in our logomark's firm arm grip and the value we place on building long-term relationships.

This was the underlying sentiment in 1978 when the shareholders of the villages of Galena, Koyukuk, Nulato and Kaltag made the decision to join together as "friends" and merge into one for-profit village corporation. The company has strong social and cultural ties to its villages and is committed to meeting its economic, social, and cultural obligations to its shareholders.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

KSL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.