Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator

Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 950 plus employees in twenty states.

Job Summary:

The Chief Water Operator is responsible for professionally representing the company in applying the services to their assigned facility.

Required Qualifications:

• Class A Drinking Water licensed issued through FDEP (Florida Department of Environmental Protection)
• Must have lime softening experience
• Must have valid driver's license
• 2 plus years of experience
• Previous chief operator or lead operator experience
• Preferred with a 2.9 MGD Forced Draft Aeration-Hydrogen Sulfide Removal, Monochloramine/Free Ammonia Treatment Plant Facility, and a distribution system with approximately 33,000 connections.

The ideal candidate will perform the following functions:

• Manage the day-to-day 24 hour operations activities for their assigned facility
• Assist with Environmental Compliance
• Manage operator trainings and daily scheduling
• Maintain annual safety audits and inspections
• Ensure that staff adheres to company policies and procedures

Compensation and Benefits: Pay is commensurate with experience and market-reflective. US Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.

US Water/USW Utility Group offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.