Water Systems Operator

American Water • Richmond, VA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the startup, shutdown, and periodic operating checks. Adjust plant equipment such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, and control systems storage tank levels and pump station indicators. American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent required
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to work all different shifts including weekends
• Must be able to comprehend analytical methods described in "Standards Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater.

Nice To Haves

• Required to obtain and maintain a WT5 license within two (2) years of employment, followed by a WT3 license.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the startup, shutdown, and periodic operating checks.
• Adjust plant equipment such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, and control systems storage tank levels and pump station indicators.
• Inspects plant every hour, recording all data and problems on daily log.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance such as operating adjustments, cleaning and painting equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance of plant grounds and buildings such as painting, cleaning, snow removal and other repairs.
• Loads and unloads chemicals used at the treatment plans.
• Performs minor corrective maintenance on plant mechanical equipment.
• Monitors flow, pressures, chemical feeds, levels and water quality indicators.
• Collects water samples and perform laboratory tests on samples for turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, ph, fluoride, and chlorine.
• Maintains plant records such as operating logs, chemical feeds, temperature, levels and pressures (various equipment is located through plant facilities).
• Backwashes multimedia filters as needed.
• Records all operating data on daily work sheet from laboratory analysis and flow metering equipment's.
• Acquires knowledge of metric system to use for calibration.
• Conducts safety inspections and follows safety rules and procedures.
• Communicates effectively with outer operators and supervisors on the technical level.
• Answers calls from the Alton call center, and relay information to supervisor as requested.
• Calls out employees in other departments as directed.
• Attends and participates in operational and safety training programs as directed by management.
• Interacts with fellow employees and the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• health benefits package
• opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career
• benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals

What This Job Offers

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