Water Treatment Operator A or B

City of Aurora•Griswold, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is collecting applications for multiple A operator and B operator positions. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, and this position may close quickly and without notice once a sufficient amount of applications is received. Water Treatment Operator B: Hiring Salary: $41.49/hour Sign-On Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $3,500 bonus; with $1,750 paid on the first payroll, and $1,750 paid upon successful completion of the 6 month introductory period. Water Treatment Operator A: Hiring Salary: $47.01/hour Sign-On Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $10,000 bonus; with $5,000 paid on the first payroll, and $5,000 paid upon successful completion of the 6 month introductory period. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT Performs level “A” or "B" Certification duties in the maintenance and operation high performing, nationally recognized water treatment facilities. Aurora’s water treatment programs are recognized as leaders in the industry and all three water purification facilities have achieved the highest recognition by the Partnership for Safe Water as “Excellence in Water Treatment”.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Experience: Experience required to obtain a Water Treatment Operator A or B certification as per CDPHE certification requirements
Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant.
Knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, mathematics, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and plumbing structures; Chemical analysis and testing techniques; Personal computers including spreadsheet and word processing software applications.
Skills: Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing and spreadsheet software applications.
Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors.
Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens; communicate effectively both orally and in writing perform mathematical computations perform chemical, physical, and biological control analyses, corrosion control and cross-connection control work without close supervision direct the work of other employees Work shifts and nights; and work overtime, standby, and/or callback duty.
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment required for the job and able to meet requirements under the Aurora Water Respiratory Protection Program.
Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.
Licenses and Certifications Required: Colorado Water Treatment Plant Operators Class A or B Certificate.
Colorado driver's license with a good driving history.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in water technology or water quality management preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing work performed on assigned shift and ensures treated water quality is at or above State, Federal, and Water Department standards
Act as Lead worker for operators on assigned shift.
Monitors raw and treated water flows, adjusts flows and pumping rates as needed; mixes chemicals
Conducts quality tests on raw and treated water
Maintains and calibrates on-line process analyzers
Performs evaluation of treatment process to ensure optimization; keeps records of chemicals used and tests performed
Keeps records of chemicals used and tests performed
Develop, monitor, and implement a process control plan for plant operation using manual and computerized systems
Maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, reports, and performs maintenance and repair of plant equipment
Maintain plant facility and grounds; maintains plant security
Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly reports of plant performance
Responds to questions, problems, and complaints concerning water quality or service
Trains and instructs staff in plant maintenance and operation activities
Ensures use of proper safety equipment and procedures
Ensures cleanliness of assigned areas and proper storage of equipment and supplies
May perform after hours dispatching duties
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Competitive total compensation package
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities