Operator, Pumping & Storage

Aquarion Water Company•Shelton, CT

22h

About The Position

Aquarion Water Authority has an opening in its Supply Operations Department for an Operator (Supply, Pumping, and Storage). Under general supervisory direction, this position operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and calibrates equipment and facilities used to supply, treat, pump, store, and distribute drinking water. The role applies knowledge of water treatment and distribution processes, PLC-based control systems, and mechanical concepts to support water quality and operational efficiency. The position has a Monday-through-Friday schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with required availability for overtime, standby rotation, and rotating, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, drive alone for extended periods, lift 50 pounds and maneuver larger items, and obtain a DOT Medical Card before starting. The role requires a high school diploma, a Connecticut driver's license and a good driving record, and at least two years of relevant facility operation and maintenance experience. Required water treatment operator certifications must be obtained according to the stated timeline.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Connecticut motor vehicle license and a good driving record; a DMV check is required.
At least two years of experience operating and maintaining supply, pumping, and treatment facilities.
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and make necessary repairs or corrections independently.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and maneuver larger items.
Ability to work independently and spend extended periods driving alone.
Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card before the start date.
Obtain a CT Class I Water Treatment Operator Certification within 24 months, a CT Class II certification within 36 months, and a CT Class IV certification within 60 months, if applicable.
Availability to work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and to work overtime and participate in standby rotation.
Availability to work rotating, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of fundamental and applied water treatment processes, including coagulation, clarification, filtration, oxidation, and disinfection.
Ability to operate a dewatering centrifuge and water treatment plants.
CT Class II Water Treatment Plant Operator certification is desired.
Comparable experience in the operation and maintenance of supply, pumping, and treatment facilities.

Responsibilities

Maintain, operate, and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, chemical feed systems, and other equipment under the direction of senior operating staff.
Conduct facility rounds, monitor chemical use and supply, assess equipment operation, collect water samples, perform chemical and physical laboratory tests, and report water-quality or process-control issues.
Monitor and operate PLC-based control and data acquisition systems for treatment plants and distribution facilities.
Operate electrical and electronic equipment, including controllers, automatic monitors, recorders, and standby power systems.
Maintain, operate, and adjust gatehouse valves, screens, grates, reservoirs, and related appurtenances.
Compile, maintain, and update maintenance documentation, plant logs, and quality reports.
Perform general plant maintenance and housekeeping.
Operate mechanical and electrical tools, including test and calibration equipment, pneumatic tools, cutting tools, and hand and power tools.
Perform activities in compliance with company and regulator-mandated procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Participate in a standby roster and work overtime and rotating, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.