Utility Operator (Days Wed-Fri, 2nd shift Sat-Sun)

American Water • Granite City, IL

1d • $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. 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 experience
• 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
• Position requires the ability to lift 75 lbs
• Computer literacy required
• 0-2 years in wastewater industry
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid state driver's license
• 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
• Maintaining 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 and 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
• learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED