Maintenance Operator

Essential Utilities, Inc.•Mayberry Township, PA

About The Position

The Maintenance Operator operates and maintains facilities and equipment related to water treatment, wells, pumping and storage facilities, and reservoirs. The role includes operating water-facility equipment; inspecting systems and recording operational data; collecting, analyzing, and documenting water samples; preparing reports for the company and regulatory agencies; and performing preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and troubleshooting. The operator is also responsible for the structures and grounds around company facilities and must help maintain continuous public water service through overtime and emergency call-out availability. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to perform the technical, academic, and physical duties of the job. A Class A Water certification with specified subclasses must be obtained within 48 months, and a Class C CDL with a Hazmat endorsement is required within the stated post-hire or promotion deadlines. The role is subject to commercial-driver drug and alcohol testing and medical-certification requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Technical, academic, and physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow written and verbal operating instructions.
Mathematical ability to calculate ratios, dosages, and volumes required for water-treatment plant and water-system operations.
Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication ability, including accurate preparation of technical reports.
Demonstrated reliable performance in previous jobs and/or school.
Conscientiousness about safeguarding the public water supply.
Computer literacy, including database, spreadsheet, and word-processing capabilities, and ability to operate plant processes through computer-controlled equipment.
Ability to understand technical drawings, schematics, and manuals for water facilities and equipment.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Class A Water certification with subclasses 1, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 12 for plant operation, issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, required within 48 months of employment or promotion into the position; licensing is contingent on experience requirements.
Class C Commercial Driver's License with Hazmat endorsement required within 180 days of employment or promotion; the prerequisite learner's permit must be obtained within 60 days.
Obtain the necessary CDL application and take the required knowledge test and vision screening within five days of employment or promotion, with proof of application presented to Human Resources.
Successfully obtain a Medical Examiner's Certificate before starting in the position and maintain the certificate as required.
Subject to random, reasonable-suspicion, post-accident, and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing, as well as biannual medical certification.

Nice To Haves

Technical school advanced study in mechanical and/or instrumentation control.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain facilities and equipment associated with water treatment, well facilities, pumping and storage facilities, and reservoirs.
Operate and maintain equipment used in water facilities.
Inspect systems and facilities and record tests, measurements, and operational data.
Verify drawings and maintain accurate records and reports concerning company facilities.
Prepare reports required by the company and applicable regulatory or jurisdictional entities.
Collect, analyze, and record water samples for regulatory compliance and process-control monitoring.
Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs, and troubleshoot operational problems with equipment and facilities.
Care for structures and grounds in and around company facilities.
Be available for overtime and emergency call-out duty to help maintain continuous public water service.