Water Treatment Plant Opr 2ND

East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries • Lyons, PA

11h

About The Position

East Penn is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator for the 2nd shift. The operator monitors treatment processes to ensure proper treatment throughout plant operation and is responsible for producing a high-quality product while following hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices. The role also includes monitoring and performing operator duties as needed at the sanitary wastewater treatment facilities, particularly during second and third shifts and on weekends. The position may occasionally require filling in for actual operation of those facilities and signing a secrecy agreement. Work includes routine facility cleanup that may require climbing ladders and stairs up to 80 feet, as well as summer-shutdown cleanup and maintenance duties. Vacations and personal holidays are scheduled at times mutually acceptable to the operator and supervisor. Regular attendance and mandatory overtime are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic reading skills.
• Basic math skills, including adding, subtracting, dividing, and multiplying.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to evaluate.
• Highly mechanically inclined.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime.

Responsibilities

• Monitor treatment processes to ensure proper treatment during treatment plant operation.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on treatment plant equipment to help ensure maximum efficiency.
• Maintain daily records of treatment plant operation.
• Operate solids de-watering equipment and handle salt.
• Monitor changes in the quantity or quality of influent and make adjustments to ensure proper treatment.
• Perform routine facility cleanup, including climbing ladders and stairs up to 80 feet.
• Perform cleanup and maintenance duties during summer shutdown.
• Monitor the sanitary wastewater treatment facilities and perform operator duties as needed, especially during second and third shifts and weekends.
• Occasionally fill in for actual operation of the sanitary wastewater treatment facilities and sign a secrecy agreement if required.
• Maintain regular attendance and work mandatory overtime.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Produce a high-quality product and follow proper hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Group health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with a low employee premium.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution.
• 9 paid company holidays, 2 paid personal holidays, and paid vacation days annually.
• Employee assistance program.
• Fitness discounts.
• Promotional opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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