Operations Production Technician I

Central Alabama Water CAW; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Alabama Water CAW is seeking an Operations Production Technician I in Birmingham, AL. The role supports the water treatment process, labs, and preventive maintenance within a 24/7 facility.

The position requires a high school diploma, a driver’s license, and certifications including backflow and CAW entrance exam success. Training is provided to achieve Grade IV certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of maintenance, water systems, or related experience required.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Backflow Certification required (within 6 months).
• Passing CAW Entrance Exam for Water Treatment Plants required.

Responsibilities

• Assist, observe and perform duties as directed by Senior/Chief Operator or supervisor.
• Observe and perform sampling methods.
• Conduct laboratory tests using bench top and inline monitoring equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot monitoring equipment.
• Complete required training and courses.
• Work safely following all policies and procedures.

Skills

Safety procedures

Laboratory testing

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bench top lab equipment

Inline monitoring equipment

Job description

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Operations Production Technician I

Water Treatment Full Time Birmingham, AL, US

Salary Range: $19.37 To $28.28 Annually

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Job Information

Job Title: Operations Production Technician I

Department: Water Treatment

Reporting Relationship: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Grade: E

General Responsibilities:

Assist, observe and perform duties as directed by the filter plant Senior/Chief Operator, designated operator or Maintenance Supervisor. Learn how to perform laboratory control tests, collect distribution system data, and observe preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment. Prepare for the Grade IV Water Treatment Plant Certification through self-study and attendance in any assigned courses.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist, observe and perform duties as directed by Senior/Chief Operator, designated operator or Maintenance Supervisor
• Observe and perform sampling methods
• Observe and perform laboratory tests using bench top and inline monitoring equipment
• Observe and perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on monitoring equipment
• Attend all required instructor lead classes
• Complete all online training courses
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Perform all work safely in accordance with established safety policies and procedures Comply with all safety and health standards and guidelines issued by management
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certifications

Valid Driver’s License required

Fit Test for Respirator purposes required

Passing grade on BWW Entrance Exam for Water Treatment Plants required

Backflow Certification required (must obtain within 6 months of the position start date)

Experience:

Six (6) months of maintenance, water systems, or related experience required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Driver’s license required
• Fit Test for Respirator purposes required
• Passing grade on CAW Entrance Exam for Water Treatment Plants required
• Backflow Certification required (must obtain within 6 months of the position start date)

Supervision:

None

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods
• Reaching by excreting hand(s) or arms(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity is required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal parameters
• Ability to move about
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to scale a ladder
• Work is performed at a 24/7 treatment facility
• Indoors and outdoors, exposed to extreme hot/cold weather conditions and handle hazardous chemicals with personal protective equipment
• Subject to working in emergency overtime situations.
• Subject to work in different departments and fill in for out-of-class shift work