1st Shift Water Treatment Operator

Triple Cities Metal Finishing; Fivemile Point (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Company Paid Life Insurance

Free Fountain Soda Machine On-site

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation / Sick Time

Job summary

Triple Cities Metal Finishing is seeking a Water Treatment Operator to oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of the water treatment plant. You will monitor processes, perform water analyses, adjust chemical dosages, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a background in water treatment, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to handle routine maintenance and alarms across a busy facility in New York.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment.
• Water treatment background preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience with PVC, CPVC, and black steel pipe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the operation of the water treatment plant, including gauges, flowmeters, charts, and control systems.
• Perform water analyses (hardness, alkalinity, pH, turbidity, chlorine residual).
• Adjust chemical feed rates to maintain proper treatment levels.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on plant equipment (pumps, piping, filtration).
• Respond to alarms and issues with systems promptly and effectively.
• Record data on plant operations, pressures, tank levels, and flow rates.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical strength

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Tools

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Job description

Triple Cities Metal Finishing is currently seeking a Water Treatment Operator to join our team. As a Water Treatment Operator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the water treatment plant. This includes monitoring and adjusting treatment processes, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and maintaining equipment to ensure the delivery of safe and clean water.

About Us

Triple Cities Metal Finishing provides a wide variety of surface finishing options to a multitude of industries including aerospace, agricultural, automotive, computer, electronics, household, industrial, medical, military, construction, and office parts. We are ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D & NADCAP Certified!

Since 1945, TCMF has made innovative, as well as necessary changes in the way we conduct everyday business. From advanced surface preparation to highly technical finishing processes, we can handle the smallest pieces to large parts over 30 feet long.

Our three shifts of skilled professionals in our 125,000 square foot facility have made us the vendor of choice for metal finishing for Northeastern United States. Whether it is electroplating, electroless plating, wet paint, or powder coat, we finish it right the first time!

Position Overview

• Monitor Operations: Oversee the operation of the water treatment plant, including monitoring gauges, flowmeters, charts, and system control computers.


• Conduct Water Analysis: Perform water analysis tests such as hardness, alkalinity, pH, turbidity, and chlorine residual to ensure water quality.


• Adjust Chemical Dosages: Determine and adjust chemical feed rates to maintain proper treatment levels


• Maintain Equipment: Conduct routine preventive maintenance on plant equipment, including pumps, piping, and filtration systems


• Respond to Alarms: Quickly and effectively respond to alarms and issues with systems and equipment


• Record Data: Accurately record data regarding treatment plant operations and distribution system pressures, tank levels, and flow rates


• Compliance: Ensure that plant operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations


• Safety: Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy equipment.


• Technical Skills:
  
  
  
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems and plumbing.
  
  
  • Water treatment background is preferred.
  
  
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
  
  
  • Experience with PVC, CPVC, and black steel pipe is preferred.
  
  
  
  


• Forklift experience preferred but not required

Shift

• Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Total Compensation Package

• Wage
  
  
  
  • $18.50/hour
  
  
  • Compensation depends on the selected candidate's experience.
  
  
  
  

Benefits

We recognize the value of a comprehensive benefits package and work vigorously to ensure our package meets the needs of our employees and their families. Eligible employees can elect and participate in variety of benefits including:

• Paid Holidays


• Paid Vacation / Sick Time


• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with Company Match


• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Voluntary Insurance Benefits including Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance and Life Insurance


• Free Fountain Soda Machine On-site!

Triple Cities Metal Finishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.