Water Quality Field Technician

Aquarion Water Company•Monroe, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aquarion Water Authority (AWA) is a locally governed, not-for-profit water authority providing water service to more than 735,000 people in 60 municipalities across Connecticut. Based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, AWA is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of one of the state's largest water systems. Through local governance, operational expertise, and continued investment in critical infrastructure, AWA is committed to delivering safe, reliable water service to the communities it serves. A position is available in the Water Quality department for a Field Technician who will primarily be responsible for conducting field investigations to support Water Quality Management, Customer Service and various operating departments.

Requirements

High school diploma.
A valid Connecticut Driver's License, and the ability to obtain a DEEP Boat Operator’s Certificate to operate a motor boat is required.
Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

Nice To Haves

Good communication and customer service skills.
Able to swim.
Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Drive long distances to complete sample collection runs.
May enter confined spaces and work with hazardous chemicals and small hand tools.
Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science and/or related field, preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct field investigations that require collecting water samples and performing field tests with advanced testing meters and equipment for compliance and water quality monitoring.
Collect samples, perform site evaluations and provide water quality information for customers with water quality concerns.
Provide support to Supply, Utility and Service Operations departments with on-site treatment process feedback and field investigations at treatment plants, distribution systems and customer premises.
Provide maintenance on supplies and equipment used in sample collection, weekly maintenance of assigned vehicles, and prepares sample bottles for collection.
Provide support to the Information Services Coordinator with customer water quality problem resolution, providing water quality information directly to the customer
Assist Laboratory Technicians with reagent preparation, quality assurance and sample preparation for contract laboratories.
Record sample and test result data, and enter into LIMS databases.
Various other duties as required.
Perform all duties in a manner consistent with the Company's mission to be the service provider, employer and investment of choice through a relentless commitment to excellence.