Facilities Plant Operator

HKA Enterprises; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Night Shift Plant Operator to diagnose problems, perform corrective actions, and conduct preventive maintenance on the Central Utility Plant and water/wastewater treatment systems.

You will monitor gauges, operate valves, set chemical dosages, run PLCs and SCADA, collect samples, and maintain CMMS logs. Training is provided; shift is Wed–Sat 8:00 PM–6:30 AM; must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3+ years in water/wastewater plant operations.
• Strong independent judgment in plant operation.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in noisy, confined, chemical environments.
• Night shift availability Wed–Sat 8 PM–6:30 AM after training.
• Central Utility Plant and water treatment experience preferred.
• Universal Refrigerant Processing Certificate or pursuit advised.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose operating problems and perform corrective actions during shift.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on Central Utility Plant and water/wastewater treatment systems.
• Read gauges/meters, operate valves, start/stop equipment, and adjust process controls.
• Determine and set chemical dosages and flow rates; operate PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests on water treatment.
• Monitor, update CMMS, and maintain plant logs.
• Make operating decisions in the absence of supervision.
• Prepare reports and attend safety, process control, and training meetings.

Skills

PLC/SCADA systems

Water/wastewater plant operations

Preventive maintenance

Data management / CMMS

Laboratory testing

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

PLCs

CMMS software

Job description

Plant Operations · Chillers · SCADA · Water Treatment · Tucson, AZ

Night shift: Wed–Sat 8:00PM–6:30AM (4×10-hr shifts). Training: Mon–Fri 7AM–3:30PM for 1–2 months. Pay: $22.00- $24.00 per hour DOE

What you'll do

• Diagnose operating problems and direct/perform corrective action during assigned shift
• Conduct preventive maintenance on Central Utility Plant and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant systems
• Read gauges and meters, operate valves, start/stop equipment, and make process control adjustments
• Determine and set proper chemical dosage and flow rates; operate PLCs and SCADA systems
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analyses on water treatment
• Monitor, utilize, and update CMMS system; maintain complete records and plant logs
• Make operating decisions independently in the absence of supervisory personnel
• Prepare required reports and attend safety, process control, and training meetings

What you need

• High school diploma or GED3+ years of experience in water/wastewater plant operations, utility mechanics, stationary engineering, or refrigeration mechanics
• Demonstrated advanced skills in plant operations with strong independent judgment
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in environments with noise, confined spaces, chemicals, and outdoor conditions
• Availability for Wed–Sat night shift 8PM–6:30AM after completing training
• Nice to have 3–5 years of Central Utility Plant experience — chillers, compressors, cooling towers, building management systems, emergency generators, fire pumps, and water treatment programs
• Universal Refrigerant Processing Certificate — or working toward it
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CMMS, and data management systems
• Experience operating plant PLCs and SCADA systems