Job Description

Title: Water Plant Operator

Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA, US, 18702

Type: Fulltime

Salary: $Market

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Job Knowledge

· Knowledge of water purification processes, basic scientific concepts, water quality standards and regulations.

· Working knowledge of basic mechanical and automated control systems.

· Ability to obtain Waterworks Operators Certificate (Plant Specific) within one to three years, depending on class.

· Must adhere to company policies regarding mandatory shift coverage when required.

Skills & Abilities

· Communicate in an effective manner, both oral and written, with the general public and company personnel. Read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc. 

· Mathematical skills sufficient to be able to calculate dosages, surface areas, volumes, weights, measures and algebraic formulas. 

· Mechanical ability sufficient to operate pumps, valves, motors and other mechanical equipment related to plant operation and maintenance. 

· Must cope with environmental conditions including contact with water, chemicals, fumes, odors and dust as a result of working with and handling potentially hazardous water treatment and laboratory chemicals. Minimum exposure to inclement weather mostly of short duration. 

· Must be able to comply with continuing education requirements as needed for Operator certification renewal.

Physical Requirements

· Physical fitness- capable of lifting and/or carrying 50 lbs. or more on a frequent basis. Walking up and down stairs. Working in confined areas. Ability to wear a respirator. 

· Ability to comply with the Company's attendance policies.

· Ability to respond to 24 / 7 callout.

Educational Qualifications

· High School graduate or state recognized education equivalency certificate. Technical college coursework and / or degree in chemistry, environmental sciences, civil or environmental engineering is preferred.

· Successful Completion of the following correspondence course; "Volume 1 - Water Treatment Plant Operation", offered by University of California at Sacramento.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Knowledge

· Waterworks Operator's Certification in appropriate class is desirable.

 

Skills & Abilities

· Experience with technically advanced computer control systems (SCADA) and advanced coagulant control using zeta meter is preferred.

 

Experience

· Previous employment in water treatment, hydrology or related environmental science, civil or environmental engineering, or analytical experience, is preferred.

Additional Information

Licenses/Certification

· Pennsylvania Class A Water Treatment License preferred or ability to obtain within 3-years.

· An active, state driver's license required and ability to pass motor vehicle background check.

Shift/Schedule:

· 24/7 operation

· Weekly rotation swing shift that includes weekend and holidays.

Benefits

If Interested please send your updated resume to : [email protected] and include your rate/Salary requirement along with your contact details with a suitable time when we can reach you. If you know of anyone in your sphere of contacts, who would be a perfect match for this job then, we would appreciate if you can forward this posting to them with a copy to us.

We look forward to hearing from you at the earliest

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