Operations Specialist 3

CDM Smith•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking a dedicated Operations Specialist 3 to join our team. We are committed to providing an unmatched employee experience, offering meaningful projects, and supporting career growth in a challenging, progressive, and inclusive work environment. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions, and bring diverse perspectives. Join us to make a difference and change the world.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of sampling and analyses techniques.
Solid knowledge of the operations and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, and other related physical plant assets.
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to read and follow technical manuals and follow verbal and written instructions.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Certificate as water, wastewater and/or industrial plant operator.
3 years of related experience.
An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Responsibilities

Collects, organizes, and monitors field data.
Performs basic to moderately complex sampling and testing.
Performs a variety of basic to moderately complex technical tasks including process control testing, sampling, and maintaining chain of custody documentation.
Makes basic observational analysis of operating conditions and recommends process changes.
Provides O&M support by assisting plant operations staff with problem solving, plant and process adjustments, plant startup, and process evaluations.
Assists in the determination of appropriate operational and maintenance procedures, preparation of standard operating procedures and O&M manuals.
Coordinates the production of manuals.
Performs other duties as required.
Assists in the development and/or facilitation of plant training programs.
Performs basic adjustment, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of equipment, instrumentation, and physical assets.
Performs a variety of basic O&M assignments including sampling, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and process control monitoring, operation and control of equipment, maintenance, and housekeeping.