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Water Operator in Training

ESG Operations, an Inframark Company
Chatham, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2025
Brief Description

We're looking for an Operator in Training at our Chatham VA Water plant.

This position is responsible for the basic cleaning, painting, washing filters and cleaning basins, minor maintenance tasks, and grounds maintenance of water plants, tanks, intakes and wells. This position is also recognized as the entry-level position that is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water facilities. $1,500 sign on bonus.

Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Operate water pumping mechanisms to regulate flow and pressure of water during assigned shifts to include:
  • Operate pumps, valves, turbines and electric motors to transfer, distribute and regulate pressure flow of raw and processed water
  • Monitor panel boards and adjusts controls to regulate flow and distribution of water
  • Clean systems by backwashing at designated intervals
  • Record reservoir water elevation, power consumption and equipment utilization data at designated intervals
  • Conduct water treatment activities to include:
  • Add appropriate amounts of chemicals to raw water to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water at regular intervals
  • Regulate flow of pre-treated water through sedimentation and filter devices
  • Add appropriate amounts of chemicals into water for post-treatment
  • Record chemical composition of raw and treated water at designated intervals
  • Maintain, clean and stock materials on trucks and equipment. Housekeeping duties to include: Cutting grass, cleaning tanks, sweeping & mopping floors, cleaning equipment and various other duties to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the facility
  • Calibrate all meters that they will be required to utilize through the course of the shift
  • Collect samples and performs various tests such as pH and CL2 residual; analyzes results and makes process control changes based as instructed by their immediate supervisor
  • Document readings, test results, equipment adjustments and enter data into a computer database and on paper for record maintenance and to produce periodic and special reports
  • Monitor and observe treatment process for offensive matter; inspects equipment and monitors operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect problems
  • Transfer various chemicals from one container to the other. Make chemical feed adjustments as necessary
  • Change chlorine cylinders and checks for leaks. Also, adjust feed rate as required. Transport, handle and mix chemicals manually as required.
  • Attend safety classes, reinforce and comply with company safety policies
  • Work harmoniously with ESG employees and the public and comply with all ESG policies.

Qualifications

Prefer high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training in chemistry, or a closely related field. Water treatment operations experience and minimum certifications preferred. Must have a valid state driver’s license and meet minimum driving standards.

Knowledge Of

  • Techniques, principles and practices of professional water plant/ well operations and laboratory analysis
  • Water treatment flow schemes
  • Safety practices, procedures and equipment used
  • Mechanical unit processes; vertical turbine pumps, chemical metering pumps, and centrifugal pumps
  • Use and documentation of QA/QC
  • Treatment processes: disinfection and sedimentation

Skill In

  • The operation of a variety of hand or power tools, water plant equipment and laboratory testing equipment

Ability To

  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Collect and interpret daily logs
  • Prepare routine records and logs
  • Perform mathematical computations
  • Work emergency duty during non-scheduled work hours
  • Distinguish between different shades of color

Working conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, bright and/or dim light, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, vibration, fumes or noxious odors. All required safety standards shall be adhered to mitigate risk from moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, animals and wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other identified hazards.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending and climbing. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. This position requires very heavy physical exertion including the ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force on a regular basis.

The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required.

The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception.

EEO Statement

ESG Operations is an equal opportunity employer. It is ESG’s intent to maintain a work environment which is free from harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, gender, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, military service, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Employee shall perform all other duties as required.

Requirements

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Summary

About Inframark

Inframark, LLC (www.inframark.com) is a leading provider of public and private infrastructure services across the U.S., leveraging the use of automation and intelligent data solutions in water and wastewater operations and maintenance, management of community infrastructure, and data systems integration. With more than 40 years of experience managing water-related infrastructure, the company employs 2,900 people serving more than 400 clients in 21 states. Inframark manages facilities that can treat a billion gallons of drinking water and wastewater daily.

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