Water Treatment Plant Operator

No regular shift work! Work for an organization in beautiful Colorado that supports work/life balance and offers a superior benefits package.

Seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator that will be responsible for operating, monitoring, maintaining, and repairing a Reverse Osmosis Treatment Facility, Booster Stations, Concentrate Disposal systems, Raw Water Collection System and Finished Water Conveyance line.

Why work here?

• Located in the beautiful Denver, CO area.
• Job security.
• No regular shift work.
• Flexible working schedules.
• On-call pay.
• Bonus possibilities with additional certifications.
• Excellent working environment with a relaxed atmosphere.
• Paid time off (PTO) and nine paid Holidays.
• Benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability, Pension, and 401A all paid by the employer.
• Organization in operation for over 50 years.

Requirements:

• Class “B” Water Treatment Operator Certification or higher and the ability to obtain a Class “A” within 2 test cycles.
• 2 years of experience working in a water treatment facility with 1 years of experience working in a Class A water treatment plant installing, maintaining, and operating equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal regulations relating to water operations, including collection and distribution systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, on-call rotation and overtime on short notice.
• Class 3 Distribution Certification and Class 3 Collection Certification preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a background check.

Responsibilities:

• Operates a Reverse Osmosis Treatment Facility including Ultraviolet disinfection, Chlorination and P.H. control.
• Ensures compliance of all State and EPA Regulations.
• Monitors raw water flow rates, finished water flow rates and chemical dosing.
• Performs water quality analysis.
• Utilizes Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) for operations and monitoring of plant performance.
• Maintains plant equipment, raw water pumping equipment and distribution equipment to ensure proper operation of the treatment facility.
• Adjusts chemical feed pumps according to flow and demand changes.
• Operates and performs routine instrument calibration/verification of in-line and bench top analytical equipment.
• Performs maintenance of well house assets and booster pump stations as needed.
• Coordinates and oversees system repairs with contractors.
• Locates infrastructure to prevent damage by contractors.
• Assists the Projects Department and consultants with oversight of projects.
• Utilizes the Asset Management database to record data and workflow.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance as scheduled, and perform job duties with varying schedules, including holidays and weekends, on-call and overtime as needed.
• On-call approximately every 6 weeks.
• Ability to respond to on-call issues within 45 minutes.
• Participates in or leads committee(s) and/or taskforce(s).
• Provides back-up coverage for other positions.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations relating to water operations, including collection and distribution systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and other computer applications including Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to establish, foster and maintain effective working relationships with all employees, management, consultants, governmental officials, and the general public.
• Demonstrate with all interactions, a high level of quality customer service; a positive and professional demeanor; the ability to exercise sensitivity; the ability to handle stressful situations in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality to handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to accurately compile, analyze and interpret facts to troubleshoot; arrive at valid conclusions and make logical decisions to solve problems; exercise sound judgment in making decisions involving processes and equipment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, critical and analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, prioritize tasks, make independent decisions, prioritize workload with multiple shifting priorities and interruptions; follow-up, and follow-through on tasks; and meet deadlines.
• Understand and utilize blueprints, schematics, and other layouts; perform math and algebraic equations associated with the water treatment field.

Target salary range: min $27-42 hourly. (Depending on experience and certifications.)