Water Treatment Plant Operator

Brighton, CO, USA

Onsite

$27-42/HR (DOE)

Job Number: 6255

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.)

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