What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment and Distribution Operator position at Patterson Professional Services?
Morenci Area - Salary commensurate with experience.
Full Time Position
We are seeking a dedicated Water Treatment and Distribution Operator to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our water treatment facilities and distribution systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring plant operations, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and will need to be a motivated self-start able to work alone or in a team setting as necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain all equipment associated with water treatment and distribution, including pumps, valves, filters, and chemical feed systems.
- Monitor plant operations through control systems and on-site inspections to ensure efficient function and compliance with all regulations.
- Conduct routine tests and inspections to ensure water quality meets required standards.
- Respond to emergency situations or equipment failures, including on-call duties as necessary.
- Record and report operational data, completing all necessary logs and documentation in a written and digital format.
- Collaborate with other team members and departments to implement process improvements and troubleshoot issues.
Qualifications:
- Must hold an ADEQ Grade 1 or higher certification in water distribution and water treatment.
- Proven experience in water treatment and distribution operations preferred.
- Strong understanding of the operational processes and maintenance requirements of water treatment facilities.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Must be available for on-call emergencies and able to work various shifts as needed.
- Must live in Morenci or surrounding area.
If you have the necessary qualifications and are passionate about water treatment, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Flagstaff, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $28
