Operator Technician Trainee

Stryker Corporation; Brighton (CO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO is seeking a trainee Plant Operator for the Brighton, CO location. The selected candidate will work toward obtaining a Wastewater Class D Operator license and transition to night shifts based on needs.

You will assist with plant operation, monitor unit processes, and perform field measurements under supervision. Training includes hands-on instruction, safety practices, and progress toward licensure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to work night shifts (6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m.) as needed.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and operate wastewater plant equipment.
• Comfort with field measurements and data collection for supervisor review.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Metro’s staff training program.
• Monitor wastewater unit processes and support equipment.
• Make adjustments to unit process variables to meet performance targets.
• Conduct field measurements and analyses for supervisor review.
• Follow standard operating procedures for equipment and processes.
• Assist with inspections, adjustments, and bring equipment in and out of service.
• Support routine maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Report incidents and resource needs per established lines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic inspections

Safety practices

Office procedures

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO - a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance and treatment services for more than 2 million people in the Denver Metro area. At Metro, we help you be your best so we can do our best. You will join a team that offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a difference. We take pride in being part of an industry-leading team who serves the community by protecting the region’s health and environment.

Description

Great opportunity to grow into a Plant Operator at the Beautiful Brighton, Co location! This position is a trainee opportunity. The selected candidate will be expected to work toward obtaining a Wastewater Class D Operator license as soon as reasonably possible after hire. Upon completion of the required training period, the employee will be required to transition to the designated night shift of either 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m., based on operational needs.

Assists with the operation of a wastewater plant. Performs skilled and unskilled work and assists with tasks required to operate and control the performance of liquid and solids stream unit process equipment. Works under the direction of an Operations Supervisor or Plant Operator – Lead. May be assigned work by a licensed Plant Operator.

Examples of Duties

1. Participation in Metro’s Wastewater Treatment Operations Staff Training Program including enrollment and completion of assigned curriculum.
2. Assists with monitoring of wastewater unit processes and support systems equipment.
3. Assists with control adjustments of unit process variables to meet target performance.
4. Conducts field measurements, observations and analyses for review by licensed Plant Operator.
5. Assists with executing Standard Operating Procedures for support systems equipment and unit processes.
6. Assists with inspections, adjustments to equipment, and with placing equipment in and out of service.
7. Assists with adjustments to unit processes equipment and facility systems as necessary to meet performance goals.
8. Follow established operational reporting lines when reporting incidents, requesting resources, addressing interdepartmental concerns, initiating non-routine tasks or changes to standard operating procedures.
9. Assists with routine preventative maintenance and housekeeping activities.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Basic equipment inspections and maintenance activities
• Safety practices
• General office processes and procedures
• MS Office software

Skilled at:

• Following detailed, multi-step instructions
• Making adjustments and decisions from observations/inspections
• Troubleshooting
• Mathematics, Reading and Writing
• Utilizing technology to seek and share resources and information
• Active and empathic listening skillsli>
• Managing disagreements, de-escalating conflict and negotiating win-win solutions

Ability to:

• Monitor technical systems/equipment
• Interpret data trends
• Comprehend written technical procedures and manuals
• Conduct field measurements, observations and analyses
• Communicate verbally and in writing
• Work independently after being trained on processes and procedures
• prioritize and multi-task in a high-activity work environment
• Learning new skills as job requirements evolve
• Perform effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Maintain emotional control under ambiguous and stressful circumstances

Education

High school diploma or GED. A valid driver’s license is required.

Working Conditions

Typical Work Environment

Wet/Humidity Conditions; Residential and Commercial wastewater/Biosolids; Variety of floor surfaces including concrete, gravel, asphalt, dirt, tile, loose stones, uneven surfaces, slippery surfaces, wet surfaces; Inside environment; Outside environment all year in all weather conditions and temperatures; Chemicals; Lighting conditions include natural light, fluorescent, head lamps, incandescent, and low light; Vibration; Moving equipment and vehicles; Work at heights; Work in confined spaces.

Body Position Demands

Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing ladders; Reaching forward and overhead; Balancing; Object handling; Simple hand/Firm hand grasping; Operating controls; Sitting; Stooping; Kneeling; Crouching; Crawling; Typing; Fine hand coordination.

Physical Demands (max forces are expected to be infrequent)

Max Weight Lifted: 42 lbs. Max Weight Carried: 42 lbs. Max Force Pushed: 98 lbs. Max Force Pulled: 128 lbs.

Sensory Requirements

Wide field of view; Perception - Spatial; Olfactory (Smelling); Vision - Near; Depth perception; Color discrimination; Perception - Form; Feeling without seeing; Speaking; Vision - Far; Hearing.

Metro Water Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants for employment with Metro Water Recovery must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.