Utility Operator (Days Tues-Thurs, Nights Fri-Sat)

American Water•Granite City, IL

23h•$29•Onsite

About The Position

Illinois American Water is seeking a Utility Operator to help execute operations at our 6-8 mgd wastewater treatment plant in Granite City . In this role, you will learn all aspects of the treatment facility including lab testing, operating, identifying maintenance needs, and more. The ideal candidate will have a good mechanical aptitude, be able to work independently, and possess strong time management and communication skills. Shift/Schedule: Days Tues-Thurs and Friday/Saturday nights. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and ensuring reliable operations of the Granite City Wastewater Plant facilities. Operator duties include operation of the SCADA controls for plant operation and monitoring. While not operating, maintenance duties include receiving and testing of chemical deliveries, general maintenance duties of the treatment facilities and outlying stations, housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by management. The utility operator must also maintain the ability to work as a Filter Plant Operator, Operator Leadman, and Laboratory Technician. The utility operator must be able to fill vacancies and perform normal and /or extra duty in these classifications as required to maintain proper plant operations in addition to their normal daily duties.

Requirements

Ability to work with minimal supervision
Good mechanical skills
SCADA operation
Clear understanding of plant operation, a strong work ethic, time management, communication, and organizational and team membership skills
Clear understanding of plant operation and pumping station operation including pumps and chemical feed systems and adjustment
Valid state driver's license
Position requires the ability to lift 75 lbs.
Computer literacy required
0-2 years in wastewater industry
High school diploma or equivalent required
Current American Water Employees hired before March 11,2024 are not required to have an IEPA certification, but it is highly encouraged to obtain one
Employees hired after March 11,2024 are required by Article 12 section 5 to obtain an IEPA license in accordance with the timeframes outlined in the CBA.

Nice To Haves

Chemistry, science, and mechanical subjects are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Operation of the SCADA controls for plant operation and monitoring
Receiving and testing of chemical deliveries
General maintenance duties of the treatment facilities and outlying stations
Housekeeping
Maintain the ability to work as a Filter Plant Operator, Operator Leadman, and Laboratory Technician
Fill vacancies and perform normal and /or extra duty in these classifications as required to maintain proper plant operations in addition to their normal daily duties.

Benefits

competitive salary
health benefits package
opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career
benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals
annual incentive pay
contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement
opportunity for continued salary growth
comprehensive benefits package including 401(k)
Defined Contribution Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!
learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!