Water Treatment Plant Operator

Amentum•Las Vegas, NV

2d•$64

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator for the North of Las Vegas, NV area. Purpose and Scope: Responsible for the treatment and operation of potable water collection, storage, treatment and distribution systems to include wells, tanks, valves, pumps, controls and chemical injection systems. Operation, maintenance, repair of wastewater collection distribution and treatment systems to include but not limited to lift pump stations, sewage lagoons and mechanical aerators. All work accomplished in accordance with compliance of state permit(s). Work to include: Daily inspection, operation and maintenance of water distribution well(s), pump house(s), storage tank(s), sewage lagoon, sewage lift stations and associated hardware, meters, gauges and piping. Ensure sampling of water/wastewater is taken and submitted to a certified laboratory for analysis, and is accomplished and documented in accordance with contract, permit, and government agency specifications. Complete required reports in timely manner and submit for review and submission to applicable agencies. Assist plumbing shop as workload allows. Knowledge in the operation, maintenance and repair of common plumbing fixtures to include commodes, urinals, water heaters, sinks, drains etc. Operates as the State of Neveda Responsible in Charge (RIC) as required in the absence of the designated RIC. Essential Responsibilities: Accomplish work in compliance with government regulations and state permits. Assist in maintaining shop inventory. Maintain required readings, records, and documentation. Receive inoculations for blood borne pathogens (hepatitis B) or provide proof of inoculation Able to be respirator fitted and perform work with respirator as work environment dictates. Research and identify material. Operate general and special purpose vehicles. Operate equipment, machinery, and test equipment related to water, wastewater, and plumbing trades. Accomplish work as identified from blueprints, drawings, models, schematics, or verbal instructions Perform safe work practices and procedures and adhere to occupational health standards. Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.
Must be able to meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the required Top- Secret government security clearance.
Proficient in use of hand plumbing tools, portable power tools, gauges, equipment, and vehicles.
Knowledgeable in state and government environmental standards and regulations pertaining to water and wastewater distribution.
Knowledgeable in national, government and state plumbing standards and codes.
Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada Driver’s License.
Certified as required by State permits pertaining to water distribution and treatment and wastewater distribution and treatment (State of Neveda Grades: 3-2-2).
Possession of Current State of Nevada Grade II (or higher) Water Distribution Operator Certificate. D2
Possession of Current State of Nevada Grade II (or higher) Water Treatment Operator Certificate. T2
Possession of Current State of Nevada Grade I (or higher) Waste-Water Treatment Operator Certificate.

Nice To Haves

Three years plumbing trade preferred.
Continuing education units to maintain permit certifications.
May be required to spend 3-5 nights away from home weekly.

Responsibilities

Daily inspection, operation and maintenance of water distribution well(s), pump house(s), storage tank(s), sewage lagoon, sewage lift stations and associated hardware, meters, gauges and piping.
Ensure sampling of water/wastewater is taken and submitted to a certified laboratory for analysis, and is accomplished and documented in accordance with contract, permit, and government agency specifications.
Complete required reports in timely manner and submit for review and submission to applicable agencies.
Assist plumbing shop as workload allows.
Knowledge in the operation, maintenance and repair of common plumbing fixtures to include commodes, urinals, water heaters, sinks, drains etc.
Operates as the State of Neveda Responsible in Charge (RIC) as required in the absence of the designated RIC.
Accomplish work in compliance with government regulations and state permits.
Assist in maintaining shop inventory.
Maintain required readings, records, and documentation.
Receive inoculations for blood borne pathogens (hepatitis B) or provide proof of inoculation
Able to be respirator fitted and perform work with respirator as work environment dictates.
Research and identify material.
Operate general and special purpose vehicles.
Operate equipment, machinery, and test equipment related to water, wastewater, and plumbing trades.
Accomplish work as identified from blueprints, drawings, models, schematics, or verbal instructions
Perform safe work practices and procedures and adhere to occupational health standards.
Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.