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Aqua · 2 weeks ago

System Operator - Water/Wastewater Utility

Hawthorn Woods, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Systems Operator to join their team. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment for water and wastewater treatment facilities while ensuring compliance with regulations and providing customer service.

Business DevelopmentCustomer ServiceInfrastructure

Responsibilities

Operate / maintain the facilities & equipment related to the wastewater treatment lagoons, lift stations, collection systems, and spray irrigation consisting of fixed sprinklers with pop-up heads for land application of wastewater effluent(s)

Operate / maintain the facilities & equipment related to the water treatment plant, well facilities, pumping, and storage facilities (as needed)

Operate / maintain the vehicles & equipment used in the water and wastewater facilities

Perform / record inspections & tests on the systems’ and facilities’ operations; this involves reviewing the associated data

Collect, analyze, and record water & wastewater samples for regulatory compliance as well as process control monitoring for proper operation of the systems

Prepare reports required by the Company, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency [IEPA], the Illinois Commerce Commission, or other jurisdictional entities

Respond to customer service, water distribution, and/or collection system work orders

Assists with other tasks or projects, as assigned

Qualification

Water treatment experienceWastewater treatment experienceIndustrial mechanical systemsValid U.S. Driver’s LicenseCustomer service skillsMathematical abilityComputer literacyWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skills

Required

Possess a High School Diploma (or Equivalent)

Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's Operator's License; CDL is a plus!

Excellent written and verbal communications skills; this person will need to be able to communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with internal customers

Strong customer service skills

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to readily read, understand, and accurately follow operating instructions (both written & verbal)

Possess the mathematical ability to perform calculations which determine various ratios, dosages, and volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Systems

Computer literate with computer database tools as well as the ability to operate plant processes through computer-controlled equipment