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 : 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