Water Operator or Operator Trainee

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering science and operations firm dedicated to clean water a safe environment healthy communities and happy people. We foster an inclusive collaborative culture that supports professional growth flexibility and meaningful work empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients communities and the planet.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran

Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time Operator to join the Lisbon Water Department in Lisbon this role you will report to the Project Manager who serves as the Systems Primary Designated Operator.

Youll work alongside a team of four operators and the Project Manager supporting the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the departments drinking water treatment and distribution systems.

The Lisbon Water Department system includes:

• Moody Street Treatment Plant
• Four groundwater wells: Ann Street Well William E. Bauer Well and two Moody Wells
• Two storage tanks
• A two-zone distribution system

No two days are exactly the same. Youll have opportunities to take on different challenges build your skills and contribute to maintaining 100% compliance through daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system.

If you enjoy hands-on work spending time outdoors and helping protect one of our most important natural resources water this could be a great opportunity for you. Woodard & Curran is committed to employee growth and development and wants to support you along your career path.

Work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety operating and emergency response procedures. Operators participate in an on-call rotation for system coverage outside normal workday hours and shifts may include weekends. Operators will also be required to respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed.

Schedule

This project operates on a rotating four-day 10-hour-per-day workweek:

• MondayThursday 6:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.; or
• TuesdayFriday 6:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
• Operators rotate a seven-day on-call coverage schedule.
• A $200 per week on-call stipend is provided.

Why would you choose Woodard & Curran

Youll receive a generous total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent benefits including retirement generous paid time off holidays medical and dental insurance and a flexible spending account.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Support and reimbursement for earning upgrading and maintaining industry licenses and certifications.
• Bonus potential for obtaining the next level of licensure.

What will you need to succeed

• No operator license is required to apply. We welcome candidates who are motivated to grow in the field and have the ability to become licensed.
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold a Maine Class I Operator-in-Training Treatment and/or Class I Operator-in-Training Distribution License but strong candidates without licenses who are eager to pursue them will also be considered.
• Ability to achieve a Maine Class II Full Treatment and Class II Distribution License within two years of hire with support provided along the way.
• 13 years of experience in the water treatment and distribution industry preferred; related experience will also be considered.
• Experience with the operation maintenance and repair of drinking water facilities within the last five years.
• Familiarity with water treatment and distribution system processes including laboratory analysis record keeping and facility maintenance.
• Proficiency with computers including SCADA Microsoft Word Excel Maintenance Management Programs and other site-specific systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record working with regulators and a solid understanding of regulations and reporting requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Maine drivers license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors other personnel and the general public.
• Ability to work an irregular schedule and overtime hours as needed.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 40 lbs.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

$26 - $33 an hour

Operator Trainee - $26-28/hour

Licensed Operator - $28-33/hour

Depending on qualifications and experience.

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Required Experience:

Intern