Operator V: Pump Stations

American Water; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water in Butler, PA is seeking an Operator V: Pump Stations to oversee general operation and maintenance of plant and sewer facilities. The role requires on-call weekend coverage and a valid license. This is a full-time field position with emphasis on reliability and safety.

You will work with pump drive systems, generators, and control equipment, applying technical knowledge to prevent outages and support system integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• PA DEP Class AE wastewater operator license required.
• Ability to work independently and make field judgments.

Responsibilities

• O&M of the pump stations and EQ tank facilities and associated equipment, such as pump control systems, standby generators, compressors, odor control systems and washdown booster systems.
• Position will be on call and available for alternating weekends during the hours of 3:00pm Friday to 7:00am Monday.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Field judgments

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Primary Role

General operation and maintenance (o&m) of plant, pump stations, and sewers.

Job Description

Job Title: Operator V: Pump Stations

Posting Start Date: 8/24/26

Job Description:

Primary Role

General operation and maintenance (o&m) of plant, pump stations, and sewers.

Key Accountabilities

• O&M of the pump stations and EQ tank facilities and associated equipment, such as pump control systems, standby generators, compressors, odor control systems and washdown booster sytems.
• Position will be on call and available for alternating weekends during the hours of 3:00pm Friday to 7:00am Monday.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have mechanical aptitude and thorough knowledge and understanding of sewage pumps, pump drives, pneumatic systems, and basic electrical systems.
• Must be able to work independently, make field judgments, and make process control decisions.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and follow written manufacturer’s o&m instructions and diagrams to perform preventative maintenance, basic maintenance repairs, and troubleshooting.

Experience/Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Schedule

• Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm
• Position will be on call and available for alternating weekends during the hours of 3:00pm Friday to 7:00am Monday.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver’s license required
• PA DEP Class AE - subclass 1, 2, 4 wastewater system operator license required.

Other

• Must be available for emergency call out and overtime 24 hours per day.
• May be required to complete and maintain forms needed for a driver qualification file.
• May be required to obtain a DOT medical card.

Competencies

• Plans & Aligns
• Decision Making
• Communicates Effectively
• Builds Networks
• Action Oriented