American Water · 7 hours ago
Water Systems Operator
Susquehanna, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAmerican Water is responsible for providing high-quality water and wastewater services. The Water Systems Operator is tasked with operating and maintaining a water treatment facility to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, performing routine inspections, and conducting laboratory tests on water samples.
ConsumerWaste ManagementWater
Responsibilities
Responsible for the startup, shutdown, and periodic operating checks of water treatment plant
Adjust plant equipment such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, and control systems
Monitor storage tank levels and pump station indicators
Inspects plant every hour or as scheduled, recording all data and problems on daily log
Performs routine preventative maintenance such as operating adjustments, cleaning and painting equipment
Performs routine maintenance of plant grounds and buildings such as painting, cleaning, snow removal and other repairs
Loads and unloads chemicals used at the treatment plants
Performs minor corrective maintenance on plant mechanical equipment
Monitors flow, pressures, chemical feeds, levels, and water quality indicators
Collects water samples and perform laboratory tests on samples for turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, ph, and chlorine
Maintains plant records such as operating logs, chemical feeds, temperature, levels, and pressures (various equipment is located through plant facilities)
Must be able to comprehend analytical methods described in 'Standards Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater.'
Backwashes multimedia filters as needed
Records all operating data on daily work sheet from laboratory analysis and flow metering equipment
Acquires knowledge of metric system to use for calibration
Conducts safety inspections and follows safety rules and procedures
Communicates effectively with outer operators and supervisors on the technical level
Answers calls from the Alton call center, and relay information to supervisor as requested
Calls out employees in other departments as directed
Attends and participates in operational and safety training programs as directed by management
Interacts with fellow employees and the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times
Performs related work and other duties as assigned; assists other departments as needed
Qualification
Required
Responsible for performing skilled work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment facility to ensure the facility is operating in a manner which meets all state and federal regulatory requirements including startup, shutdown, and periodic operating checks, and adjust plant equipment such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, and control systems storage tank levels and pump station indicators
Work is performed under the general supervision of a Lead Operator or Plant supervisor
Responsible for the startup, shutdown, and periodic operating checks of water treatment plant
Adjust plant equipment such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, and control systems
Monitor storage tank levels and pump station indicators
Inspects plant every hour or as scheduled, recording all data and problems on daily log
Performs routine preventative maintenance such as operating adjustments, cleaning and painting equipment
Performs routine maintenance of plant grounds and buildings such as painting, cleaning, snow removal and other repairs
Loads and unloads chemicals used at the treatment plants
Performs minor corrective maintenance on plant mechanical equipment
Monitors flow, pressures, chemical feeds, levels, and water quality indicators
Collects water samples and perform laboratory tests on samples for turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, ph, and chlorine
Maintains plant records such as operating logs, chemical feeds, temperature, levels, and pressures (various equipment is located through plant facilities)
Must be able to comprehend analytical methods described in 'Standards Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater.'
Backwashes multimedia filters as needed
Records all operating data on daily work sheet from laboratory analysis and flow metering equipment
Acquires knowledge of metric system to use for calibration
Conducts safety inspections and follows safety rules and procedures
Communicates effectively with outer operators and supervisors on the technical level
Answers calls from the Alton call center, and relay information to supervisor as requested
Calls out employees in other departments as directed
Attends and participates in operational and safety training programs as directed by management
Interacts with fellow employees and the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times
Performs related work and other duties as assigned; assists other departments as needed
Basic knowledge of the principles and safety practices of wastewater or water distribution, pumping, collection, and treatment, each as they may apply to area of responsibility
Basic understanding of the mechanical, chemical, and biological processes and related equipment, as well as an awareness and alertness regarding operational modification necessary in both routine and emergency situations
High School graduate or equivalent
Minimum 1 year experience
License requirements vary by state. Candidate must possess required licenses or have the ability to obtain within designated timeframe
Must be able to perform essential functions and meet the physical requirements for the position including: able to stand, walk, climb stairs, or sit for long periods of time
Preferred
College course work in biology, chemistry, environmental science or engineering preferred
One to two years of experience in the water/wastewater treatment field preferred
Experience in servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide variety of machinery and equipment preferred
Company
American Water
American Water is a waste water utility company.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900.57MKey Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
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