Water Treatment Plant Operator

Brodhead Creek Regional Authority•East Stroudsburg, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Brodhead Creek Regional Authority (“BCRA”) is currently accepting applications for the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator. The BCRA is a Water and Wastewater Authority headquartered in Stroud Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. The BCRA operates a conventional water treatment plant, a membrane filter plant, and well system permitted at 6.34 MGD. A Pennsylvania Water System Class A license is preferred but will also accept Class B or C license. Class E operator's license preferred or must be acquired within one (1) year of hire. The successful candidate will also have or be able to obtain within one (1) year of hire, the following Subclasses: Subclass 1-Coventional Filtration; Subclass 6 Membrane filtration; Subclass 7-Corrosion Control and Sequestering; Subclass 8- Chemical Addition; Subclass 10-Aeration and Activated Carbon Absorption; and Subclass 12-Non-gaseous Chemical Disinfection. Three (3) years of operating experience as a licensed water plant operator preferred but not required for consideration of this position. The Authority's treatment facilities and remote pump stations are SCADA operated and monitored and the Authority prefers someone with SCADA experience. The successful employee will be required to live within thirty (30) miles of the facility. Compensation is commensurate with demonstrated operating experience and license. The position offers a comprehensive benefit package and a defined benefit retirement plan. The Brodhead Creek Regional Authority is an EOE. Please visit our website, www.bcrawater.com for full position description. Resumes and applications will be accepted through February 22, 2026. Qualifications: POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible to operate the Water Treatment Plant ( WTP ) and related facilities per requirements of the Commonwealth of PA. To work cooperatively with the water treatment plant operators and WTP Manager in maintaining and operating the WTP facility including the production wells, pump stations, and storage tanks.

Requirements

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver s license
Must have attained a Certified WA-1 certification from the State of Pennsylvania relative to the operation of a water treatment plant.
Class E operator s license preferred or must be acquired within one (1) year of hire
Must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year of hire, the following Subclasses: Subclass 1-Coventional Filtration; Subclass 6 Membrane filtration; Subclass 7-Corrosion Control and Sequestering; Subclass 8- Chemical Addition; Subclass 10-Aeration and Activated Carbon Absorption; and Subclass 12-Non-gaseous Chemical Disinfection
Position requires a minimum of two (2) years experience operating equivalent facilities of similar size or direct experience in the Authority s existing facility
Must live within thirty (30) miles of the water treatment plant facility
Capable of operating the treatment plant facility alone when and if necessary, being responsible for the proper operation of the facility.
Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and the public
Work independently at times
Demonstrate good public relation skills
Must be able to bend at the waist and to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Must be able to walk on even or uneven ground and must be able to navigate stairways and ladders.

Nice To Haves

Pennsylvania Water System Class A license is preferred but will also accept Class B or C license.
Three (3) years of operating experience as a licensed water plant operator preferred but not required for consideration of this position.
The Authority's treatment facilities and remote pump stations are SCADA operated and monitored and the Authority prefers someone with SCADA experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in all maintenance aspects as well as operational aspects of the water treatment facility.
Work as a team member with WTP personnel.
Operate the treatment plant facility alone when and if necessary, being responsible for the proper operation of the facility.
May be required to work, provide assistance or support the Wastewater Treatment Plant from time to time.
Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the WTP Manager and/or the Authority Manager.