What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment Operator position at Expedient Staffing Solutions, Inc?
Industrial Groundwater Treatment Facility Operator
Responsibilities:
- Inspect and monitor equipment, meters, and gauges to assess the operational status of the water treatment system.
- Collect and test water and wastewater samples using field testing equipment and color analysis standards.
- Record and compile operational data into routine reports, logs, and spreadsheets, either manually or electronically.
- Operate and adjust equipment controls to treat wastewater, targeting both inorganic and organic constituents.
- Perform maintenance, repairs, and lubrication of equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, process conveyance lines, pumps, and other work areas utilizing hand tools, power tools, and mobile equipment.
- Coordinate and oversee plant workers involved in routine operations and maintenance tasks.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electrical systems and controls, ranging from 12-volt DC to 480-volt AC.
- Assist with all aspects of operation, maintenance, and monitoring of industrial wastewater treatment facilities.
Key Knowledge Areas:
- Practical operational and maintenance knowledge of various equipment, including air monitoring tools (PID), granular activated carbon and multimedia filtration systems, centrifugal and chemical feed pumps, air-operated diaphragm pumps, and colorimeters (HACH) for field screening.
- Proficiency in using conductivity, dissolved oxygen, pH, and ORP meters and analyzers.
- Familiarity with power supply system operations and basic troubleshooting.
- Ability to interpret design, as-built, and P&ID diagrams.
- General understanding of SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems.
- Proficiency with desktop computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Preferred Qualifications:
- While an N-license in industrial wastewater treatment is not required, it is highly preferred.
- Ideal candidates should have strong mechanical skills and experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, or building maintenance.
Salary : $30 - $40
