Water Distribution and Treatment Operator

Woodard & Curran•Mansfield, CT

1d•$26 - $32

About The Position

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities, and the planet. This job posting is designed to put you in contact with us to be considered for future available positions in the Mansfield, Connecticut area! Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry. Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time Operator for a water treatment and distribution system near Mansfield, CT. As an operator you will report to the Plant Manager who will serve as the System’s Primary Designated Operator. Working alongside a team, you will participate in the day-to-day operations and maintenance activities of the department’s drinking water treatment and distribution systems. The system consists of two (2) sets of groundwater wells, each set with a treatment system, and six (6) storage tanks as well as the department’s distribution system. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as we work towards maintaining 100% compliance which is achieved by daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system. If you enjoy working outdoors protecting nature’s precious resource, water, then this position is for you. Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employees’ growth and development and wants to help you on your career path. Work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures. Our operators participate in an “on call” rotation for system coverage outside normal workday hours and shifts may include weekends. In addition, operators will be required to respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed. Schedule: Operators work M-F between the hours of 0700-1600. Operators rotate a 7 day on call coverage schedule, with a $200 per week on call stipend provided.

Requirements

Preferably possess a minimum of Connecticut Class 1 Treatment and Class 2 Distribution Operator Licenses – or the ability to acquire these licenses within 2 years.
1-3 years’ experience in the water treatment and distribution industry preferred.
Proficiency with computers, including an ability to work with: SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, Maintenance Management Programs, and other site-specific systems.
Participation directly in, and to a significant extent, management of the operation, maintenance, and repair of drinking water facilities throughout the last 5 years.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license.
May require an irregular work schedule and overtime hours.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other personnel, and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Familiarity with water treatment and distribution system processes with aptitude for laboratory analysis, record keeping, and facility maintenance.
Must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Responsibilities

Participate in the day-to-day operations and maintenance activities of the department’s drinking water treatment and distribution systems.
Work towards maintaining 100% compliance which is achieved by daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system.
Work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
Participate in an “on call” rotation for system coverage outside normal workday hours
Respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Excellent Benefits to include retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account
Career growth.
Support and reimbursement in earning, upgrading, and keeping your licenses and certifications within the industry.
Bonus potential for obtaining next level licensure.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Time away from work: Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury. Parental leave : Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Coverage and support for your needs and well-being: Disability: Paid short and long term disability Health : Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans. Life : Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life. Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

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