Operator

American Water; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water in Davenport, IA is seeking a Pumping Station Operator to control and monitor the pumping station and the distribution control system. You will supervise pumps, valves, analyzers, and instrumentation to maintain water flow and pressure while ensuring system integrity.

The role requires basic computer skills and familiarity with SCADA systems, plus a high school diploma and 1–3 years of experience. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle background check.

Responsibilities

• Operates, controls and maintains motors, pumps, valves and equipment to regulate flow and pressure.
• Monitors and records condition of pumps and equipment.
• Monitors charts and chart-recording equipment.
• Places pumps on line or shut down pumps as system demands.
• Monitors and controls electric feed systems and standby generation.
• Monitors and controls SCADA to ensure system integrity.
• Assists treatment operator as required.
• Monitors telephone and radio systems and plant surveillance.
• Maintains operation logs and prepares pumping reports.
• Performs housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Windows-based software

SCADA familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lotus Notes

Job description

• Swing shift: Wednesday and Thursday 11a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 11 p.m. - 7 a.m.

Primary Role

Controls the operation of the pumping station and continuous monitoring of the distributive control system, including pumps, analyzers and other instrumentation.

Key Accountabilities

• Operates, controls and maintains motors, pumps, valves and equipment to regulate flow and pressure of water pumped into the treatment plant and distribution system.
• Monitors and records condition of pumps and equipment.
• Monitors charts and chart-recording equipment.
• Places pumps on line or shut down pumps as system demands, electrical demand management or water quality dictates.
• Monitors and controls electric feed systems and standby emergency electric generation systems to ensure continuous operation.
• Monitors and controls distribution control system (SCADA) to ensure system integrity.
• Assists treatment operator, as required (e.g. change chlorine ton containers, wash filters, monitor and control SCADA system for the production of water.
• Monitors and answers telephone and radio systems, and monitor plant and distribution system surveillance and security systems.
• Maintains a log of operations. Prepares daily, weekly and monthly pumping and operational reports.
• Performs housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Windows based products and productivity tools (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, Lotus Notes).
• Familiarity with the operation of SCADA computer systems for utilities.

Experience/Education

• High school diploma or state recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.
• 1-3 years experience.

Certifications & Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass motor vehicle background check.