Wastewater Operator I-III

InframarkMountain House, CA
Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Operator is responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment at small to medium sized water/wastewater facilities. This role requires a Grade I or higher Wastewater Operator Certification, with Grade III preferred. The salary range is $32-$50/hr. depending on the level of experience.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 years water/wastewater experience
  • Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred)
  • Water/Wastewater Operator’s License specific to state and site-specific requirements
  • Ability to follow manual & operating instructions
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet
  • Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations
  • Working knowledge of electrical components
  • Communicates clearly & professionally
  • Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience
  • Maintains composure in challenging situations
  • Collaborates with others
  • Asks for constructive feedback
  • Pays attention to detail
  • Identifies & solves problems
  • Escalates issues accordingly
  • Checks work for quality
  • Shares suggestions to improve quality & productivity
  • Works independently with minimal supervision
  • Takes projects to completion
  • Follows all company policies & SOPs
  • Manages multiple tasks
  • Demonstrates flexibility in workflow & scheduling
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude
  • Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values
  • Takes accountability for own performance
  • Willing to take on additional assignments
  • Seeks out opportunities for development

Nice To Haves

  • Grade III Wastewater Operator Certification
  • CDL

Responsibilities

  • Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
  • Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater facilities.
  • Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment to assure proper operations and documents.
  • Documents plant performance including daily flow and chemical usage.
  • Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
  • Provides customer service functions when necessary.
  • Ensures facilities are secure.
  • Cleans and maintains treatment plant grounds when necessary.
  • May communicate with client and customers related to routine technical aspects of operations.
  • May coordinate maintenance activities at the treatment facility.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.
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