What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator Wastewater III or IV position at Nexus Water Group?
Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
"Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.
Imagine being part of a team that supplies the essential element for life. Water is the very foundation of this planet, the life-giving essence in all of us. Driven, knowledgeable and passionate about this essential resource, The South Carolina Water Utilities team, a subsidiary of Nexus Water Group, is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on.
We're proud of our work. Daily, we make a difference in the lives of people by providing them water and wastewater services. Don't wait, the opportunity is now to build yours and our planet's future with South Carolina Water!
Position Summary:
Operates sewage treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment in a wastewater (sewage) treatment plant to control the flow and processing of sewage by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitors control panels and adjust valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate the flow of sewage
- Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge readings and tests results to determine load requirements.
- Starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control the flow of raw sewage through filtering, settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes.
- Maintains log of operations and records meter and gauge readings.
- Collects sewage samples and conducts laboratory tests.
- Operates and maintains power-generating equipment to provide electricity for the plant.
- Calculates and adjusts chemical feed rates and measures and prepares chemicals respectively.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School education or equivalent
- Grade B or CWastewater Operator Certification, with the ability to obtainthe next Grade Wastewater Operator Certification within 12 months of the hire date.
- A current and valid driver's license with good driving record
- Ability to operate motor vehicle, climb stairs, and lift and carry samples
- Ability to work overtime and on-call
Other Skills: Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
1 year of experience performing construction activities or working for a utility.
We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.
We are an E-Verify participating employer.
