Wastewater Operator

Inframark • Lewes, DE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Operator I is responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment in wastewater treatment facilities. A Wastewater license would be beneficial but not required, but will be required once hired. This role involves operating a variety of equipment, conducting routine testing and monitoring, performing and documenting treatment processes, and responding to emergencies.

Requirements

• Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred).
• Ability to follow manual & operating instructions.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.
• Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.
• Communicates clearly & professionally.
• Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.
• Willing to help others.
• Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Pays attention to detail.
• Identifies & solves problems.
• Escalates issues accordingly.
• Checks work for quality.
• Works well with supervision.
• Takes projects to completion.
• Follows all company policies & SOPs.
• Manages multiple tasks.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude.
• Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.
• Takes accountability for own performance.
• Willing to take on additional assignments.

Nice To Haves

• A Wastewater license would be beneficial but not required.
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable.
• CDL preferred.

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 unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
• Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

What This Job Offers

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