Water Operator 1

Connecticut Water Service, Inc.•Parsonsfield, ME

11d•$21 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Operator 1 works in the Field Service department to provide customer service and maintain and operate wells, pump stations, tanks, treatment stations, valves, and related systems, including systems operated under contract in the assigned area. The role supports delivery of high-quality water through inspection, testing, adjustment, and repair of water-system equipment and facilities. Duties include operating and maintaining water distribution systems and production and treatment facilities, as well as installing, maintaining, repairing, relocating, retiring, testing, and operating system components and related structures and grounds. The operator reports deficiencies to a lead or supervisor, corrects deficiencies with minimal assistance, and assists other departments and operators as needed. The position also performs maintenance and chemical-system work, collects samples and compliance data, operates emergency equipment, and performs construction, vehicle, groundskeeping, and field-recording tasks. The role requires compliance with company safety rules, the Company Safety Manual, OSHA regulations, and other applicable state, federal, and governing-body requirements. Weekend, holiday, and standby assignments are part of the role as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Respirator use is required.
General office software skills.
Mechanical aptitude, including experience or ability working with pumps, generators, and hydraulics.
Compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work a standby rotation.
Water Distribution Level II License, or ability to work toward certification within a reasonable timeframe.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain water systems, including wells, pump stations, tanks, treatment stations, operating valves, and contracted systems in the assigned area.
Inspect, test, adjust, and repair pumps, meters, gauges, control valves, generators, chemical feeders, filters, recorders, and related equipment.
Install, maintain, repair, relocate, retire, test, and operate water distribution systems and related structures; maintain production and treatment facilities.
Report deficiencies to a lead or supervisor and correct deficiencies with minimal assistance; assist other departments and operators as needed.
Change production meters and procure parts for owned and contracted systems.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on chemical systems, pumps, operating valves, buildings, and storage tanks.
Adjust chemical feeders to maintain proper dosage rates; calibrate and standardize analyzers and other equipment.
Calculate dosages, handle chemicals, and record production, chemical use, and compliance data.
Obtain distribution, source, process, and compliance samples as required.
Operate and test emergency pumps and generators as required.
Operate and routinely maintain equipment and vehicles used for water-system construction or maintenance, including trucks, digging and trenching equipment, pavement and rock breakers, tampers, pumps, and compressors.
Install, maintain, and repair water mains, hydrants, service lines, valves, fittings, and appurtenances.
Install water meters, read meters, and transfer meter readings to the office.
Maintain grounds at company facilities and over mains, services, and other areas.
Record underground facility locations and make measurements and surveys as required.
Perform and record inspections and tests of piping systems.
Load and unload equipment, materials, and supplies at work sites and storage areas.
Learn, follow, and ensure compliance with safety rules, including the Company Safety Manual, OSHA regulations, and other applicable regulations.
Participate in weekend, holiday, and standby assignments as needed.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.