Water Sewage Operator
About The Position
Ready to take on a role where your work truly makes an impact every single day? As a W3 Water Treatment Operator, you’ll be at the forefront of keeping essential water systems safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible. From monitoring water quality and maintaining equipment to supporting wastewater recycling and ensuring compliance with strict safety standards, you’ll play a critical role in protecting both people and the planet. If you enjoy hands-on work, have a knack for mechanical systems, and take pride in keeping operations flowing smoothly, this is your chance to dive into a meaningful and rewarding career! As the W3 Water Treatment Operator, here's the work you'll do: Perform daily checks on incoming potable water, gallons, chlorine, ECT, along with wastewater treatment plant Perform Preventative Maintenance on equipment and adjusts as needed Follows water sampling plans created by AO and IDNR Processes explosive wastewater to be recycled Maintains AO and Government equipment for cleanliness and operational requirements Follows all AO and Government policies for safety
Requirements
- Strong written and oral communication
- Have knowledge of water/wastewater processes
- Good understanding of the environmental/health impacts associated with potable and wastewater
- Mechanical knowledge of pumping/electronics/associated equipment
- Ability to lift objects greater than 50lbs
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
- Must possess a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant.
- A positive attitude and the ability to collaborate with team members is essential for contributing to a cohesive work environment.
- Successful completion of a background screening process is mandated for all candidates.
- Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.
- Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery
- Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction, or in a dragging or hauling motion)
- Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching etc.)
- Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other work that uses the fingers)
- Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)
- Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure)
- Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
- Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture etc.)
- Lifting motion or lifting objects
- Climbing (e.g., ascending/descending ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps, pole etc. using feet and legs or hands/arms to climb)
- Walking
- Hearing
- Repetitive motions of any part of the body
- Talking
- Kneeling, crouching or crawling
- Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time
- Ability to write complex documents in the [English] language
- Ability to read complex documents in [English] language
- Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers)
- Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
- Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment
- Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or work site
- Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of two years related experience and/or training preferred
- IDNR Water/Wastewater Grade 1-2 Certifications Preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform daily checks on incoming potable water, gallons, chlorine, ECT, along with wastewater treatment plant
- Perform Preventative Maintenance on equipment and adjusts as needed
- Follows water sampling plans created by AO and IDNR
- Processes explosive wastewater to be recycled
- Maintains AO and Government equipment for cleanliness and operational requirements
- Follows all AO and Government policies for safety
Benefits
- Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
