Wastewater Operator I

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Chatham, VA

Inframark, LLC

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Non-Exempt Full-Time

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Overview: <br />The Operator I is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in water or wastewater treatment facilities.
Responsibilities: <br /> <ul> <li>Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.</li> <li>Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes, and basic laboratory analyses.</li> <li>Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment. Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.</li> <li>Responds to call-outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation, and electrical support.</li> <li>Ensures facilities are clean, neat, and secure.</li> <li>Provides customer service functions when necessary.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> <li>Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call (rotating 12-hour swing shifts)</li> </ul>
Requirements: <br /> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p> <ul> <li>Display a willingness, aptitude, and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.</li> <li>Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures, and safe practices.</li> <li>The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential</li> <li>Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential</li> <li>Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable</li> <li>Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong><em>Education/Experience</em></strong>: High School Diploma or GED.</p> <p><strong><em>Licenses/Certifications</em></strong>: Valid Driver&rsquo;s License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator&rsquo;s License specific to state and site-specific requirements. Other licenses may vary according to specific sites and assignments.</p> <p><strong><em>Technical</em></strong>: Ability to follow manual &amp; operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications &amp; internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>Communication</em></strong>: Communicates clearly &amp; professionally. Contributes to a positive internal &amp; external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.</p> <p><strong><em>Problem Solving &amp; Quality</em></strong><strong>:&nbsp;</strong>Pays attention to detail. Identifies &amp; solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.</p> <p><strong><em>Managing for Results</em></strong>: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies &amp; SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.</p> <p><strong><em>Leadership &amp; Initiative</em></strong>: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission &amp; values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</strong></p> <p>Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload &amp; move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.</p>