Operator, Water Treatment

Requisition ID 110264 -Posted - Direct Operations - PA - Royersford - Full Time - Regular Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals. We are Beautifully Different . We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. Responsible for maintaining the operation of the water facilities including the pumping and booster stations and tank sites and work relating to other remote facilities. Lastly, inform other work area and personnel of situation which may impact company operations and the distribution of the water or wastewater system.

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#LI-Onsite Key Accountabilities Maintain constant surveillance of pumping and purification equipment. Provide laboratory support for chemical and/or microbiological testing for wastewater and/or potable water and additional support for customers and employees. Operate pumping and treatment equipment. Handle chemicals. Set chemical feed equipment at the proper dosage. Perform quality sampling and analysis, adjusting plant flow rated to meet system demands. Operate remote facilities, backwash filters and record hourly readings. Maintain plant cleanliness. Perform minor plant maintenance. Maintain required records. Complete and maintain all necessary local, state and federal records that are related to the water or wastewater system. Assure proper reporting in accordance with regulatory requirements. Provide support within the department for routine tasks including glassware, reagent preparation, Cl2 checks, water system checks, balance and temperature checks, and sample disposal. Employees will be required to: Change meters Read meters Assist in the replacement / repair of water main / service lines. Manage customer concerns Complete investigative orders Experience/Education High school diploma or recognized Education Equivalency Certificate. 1-3 experience. Preferred someone who is familiar with company procedures regarding water and/or wastewater system processes. Computer skills; MS Word, MS Excel and SCADA systems, HachWIMS database Must have a valid driver's license Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator as required, as some required work may have potential for exposure to harmful contaminants, environments, noise, etc. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, unassisted Position will be a swing shift, requiring mornings, days, nights, overnights, and weekend work. There will be some weekend, holiday, and overtime work as needed, including on-call assignments Position will be at: 600 1st Ave Royersford PA 19468 Other Required to obtain and maintain a PA Water license within three (3) years of employment with us. Decision Making Communicates Effectively Builds Networks Action Oriented Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Water