Water/Wastewater Operator in Training

Inframark • Ebensburg, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operator in Training is responsible for learning to operate machinery, pumps and related equipment in water or wastewater treatment facilities. The shift is 7-3, 5 days a week, with a rotation for weekend (Sat - Sun) morning shifts (7-11) every third weekend. This role requires a willingness to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and to be on 24-hour emergency call. The position involves learning to operate various equipment, conducting routine testing and monitoring, performing and documenting maintenance, documenting plant performance, responding to emergencies, ensuring facility cleanliness, and providing customer service. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Driver's License (CDL preferred), and the ability to obtain a Water/Wastewater Operator's License within one year. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use is also required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail are essential. The role requires the ability to frequently lift 50-60 pounds, load/unload equipment, access confined spaces, and continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred).
• Ability to obtain Water/Wastewater Operator’s License within one year.
• Basic knowledge of water/wastewater facilities and ability to obtain Water/Wastewater Operator’s License (Level 1) within one year.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.
• Communicates clearly & professionally.
• Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.
• Willing to help others.
• Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Pays attention to detail.
• Identifies & solves problems.
• Escalates issues accordingly.
• Checks work for quality.
• Works well with supervision.
• Takes projects to completion.
• Follows all company policies & SOPs.
• Manages multiple tasks.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude.
• Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.
• Takes accountability for own performance.
• Willing to take on additional assignments.
• Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.

Nice To Haves

• PA Water/Wastewater certification preferred
• CDL preferred

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
• Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

What This Job Offers

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