Sr. Wastewater Treatment Operator

American Water•Lexington, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kentucky American Water is seeking a full-time Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our team in Lexington, KY. This position is critical to ensure our customers and the local community are provided the highest quality product and services. As an operator, you will be responsible for monitoring our two package treatment plants, as well as the collection system. The Sr. Wastewater Treatment Operator will be working alone or as a member of a team, and under the guidance of a Lead Operator or Supervisor, provides for the safe operation of wastewater facilities in an assigned area(s) in such a manner as to support a Supervisor or other Operators in complying with the requirements for distributing wastewater treatment and collection as established by the company and state and federal governmental regulatory agencies. This role provides guidance and training to Operator and, as necessary, to less senior Operators and Plant Utility Worker assigned as members of the team. A Kentucky Wastewater Operator and Collection license are required for this position. Please note that there are two (2) vacancies for this role.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of the principles and safety practices of wastewater or water distribution, pumping, collection, and treatment, each as may apply to area of responsibility.
Basic understanding of the mechanical, chemical, and biological processes and related equipment, as well as an awareness and alertness regarding operational modification necessary in both routine and emergency situations.
High School graduate or equivalent
Minimum of two years of experience in the water supply or wastewater treatment field
Experience in training others in the variety of tasks related to operations and care of all facilities in a safe and proper manner
Experience in servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide variety of machinery and equipment
Kentucky Wastewater Operator Class II and Collections Class II license required
Those with a Kentucky Class I Wastewater Operator and Collections Class I licenses will be considered
Candidates must possess the required licenses or have the ability to obtain within a designated timeframe
Valid state driver's license

Nice To Haves

College course work in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering preferred

Responsibilities

Operates, and performs routine duties and care of a wide variety of specialized equipment and apparatus in a plant/treatment facility including pumps, motors, chlorinators, chemical preparation, and feeding; physical, chemical, and biological wastewater treatment processes; control equipment and monitoring equipment
Regulates the flow of wastewater and sludge through the treatment processes
Maintains records of operations, completes and submits routine and special reports, as assigned.
Inspects all mechanical equipment for proper operation
Performs normal lubrication, adjustments, seal packing, minor maintenance, and minor repairs, as necessary
Performs related field and laboratory tests necessary to monitor and control the facilities
Makes necessary adjustments to equipment, processes, and chemical feeders, as test results may indicate and as instructed by the Lead Operator/Supervisor
Responds to customer service calls
May train other employees in the operation and care of facilities including maintenance, repairs, laboratory work, and safety, as required
Conducts safety inspections and follows safety rules and procedures
Communicates effectively with other operators and supervisors
Attends and participates in operational and safety training programs as directed by management
Always interacts with fellow employees and the public in a professional and courteous manner
Performs all duties of Plant Utility Worker and Lead Operator, as necessary, as well as other related duties, as assigned; assists other departments as needed