Operator II

True Environmental • Fort Collins, CO

7d • $30 - $32

About The Position

As a Water Treatment Plant Operator II, you will be responsible to support the operation of a water treatment facility which includes the operation and maintenance of equipment and general care of the facility.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of industrial work experience or previous experience operating industrial water treatment plants.
• Is in good physical health, able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, stand/bend/stoop for long periods of time, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Is in possession of a current Driver’s License, and able to drive to job site.
• Previous experience operating hand tools, small machinery, and other necessary equipment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders.
• Colorado Class D Water Treatment Plant Operator License or other state equivalent

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of a water treatment facility which includes the operation and maintenance of pumps, hoses, air compressor, clarifiers, agitators, pipelines, etc.
• Monitor and maintain various water treatment equipment including influent ponds/pipelines, lime/caustic precipitation reactor, lamella clarifier, sludge collection and dewatering, and all related processes
• Optimize plant performance and troubleshoot upset conditions
• Perform plant quality control tasks including manual process parameters (pH, Turbidity, Density, etc) and prepare water samples for transport and analysis
• Support plant process improvement test work and maintenance activities
• Support general care and maintenance activities on site including site pumps, distribution systems (water, electrical and fuel), communication systems, buildings, and roadways.
• Maintain all on-site equipment in good and safe working order by performing regular inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure the cleanliness/safety of the site
• Conduct daily/weekly/monthly sampling, inspections and monitoring of tailings area, ponds, and water from various sources at site.
• Prepare daily/monthly/quarterly summary reports of site operation.
• Periodic inspections of equipment and water treatment systems to monitor proper performance of operations.
• Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents.
• All other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed