Water Treatment Plant Operator

Water Treatment Plant OperatorUnder close supervision performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work, and operate a variety of equipment in the operation, repair, maintenance of water, belt press and lift station facilities.Minimum qualifications:Florida Class C Water license required or higherHighschool diploma or G.E.D.0-1 years experience in water or wastewater operations maintenance or construction.Must have valid driver's licenseEssential duties and responsibilities:Monitor the performance of all equipment, gauges and charts in the treatment plant and pump stations; reports problems to others as they are encountered.Under close supervision, operate, maintain, and repair malfunctions at the water treatment plant, repair gauges, pumps, filters, and other controls and equipment.Collect samples and identify concentrations of chemical, physical, or biological characteristics of water and wastewater as required in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.Become trained and perform water and wastewater quality control tests using appropriate methodology.Respond to call-out as required in a timely fashion.Respond to Tampa Bay complaints/inquires and report information to a senior operator or supervisor.Under supervision, operate and maintain lift stations and water pump stations: under supervision, operate and maintain storage tanks.Under supervision, Inspect and/or repair disinfection equipment, booster pumping stations, read meters and check lift stations at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properlyMaintain a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance activity, water supply, consumption, etc.Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety, environmental, and security standards.Assist maintenance personnel as needed.Learn belt press operations.General housekeeping.Maintain active SEDA membership.Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities:Skill in planning, scheduling, prioritizing, and coordinating work within assigned work area.Skill in the use of motorized vehicles and equipment such as forklifts, heavy trucks, tamper, portable generators, portable pumps, ditch witch, etc. as required.Skill in the use of power tools such as saws, compressors, sanders, grinders, etc. as required.Skill in the use of common hand tools.Skill in the use of communications equipment such as mobile radio, etc.Ability to remain alert and attentive to job requirements and co-workers.Ability to work in a team environment.Knowledge of AWP corporate policies within one month of hire.Knowledge of AWP safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures within 1 year of hire.Basic knowledge of chemistry, biology, mathematics, hand tools and mechanical repair.Competencies:Champions ChangeMarket/Customer FocusIntercultural SensitivityDelivers ResultsStrategic FocusDrives PerformanceSharing Knowledge and ExpertiseInfluencingTeam WorkingPeople DevelopmentAnalysis & Problem SolvingOrganizational AwarenessPhysical demands:Ability to work in crouching, climbing, and bending positions.Able to climb ladders.Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for extended periods of time, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.Ability to lift, carry, push and pull equipment up to 75 lbs.Available to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.Work in extreme weather, work overtime when required.Able to work in confined spaces and wear an SCBA.Available to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.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.