Senior Water Treatment Operator - Lead Plant Ops & Safety

American Water Co.; Owenton (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky American Water is seeking a Sr. Water Treatment Operator to lead and manage daily surface water treatment operations at our Owenton facility in Kentucky. The role requires a Kentucky Class IV license and strong knowledge of water treatment processes.

You will perform field tests, manage chemical dosing, and supervise team members while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Owenton facility.

Qualifications

• Kentucky Class IV Water Treatment license required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with field testing and chemical control.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment operations.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water treatment facilities in accordance with procedures and safety policies.
• Lead day-to-day operations and assist in supervising team members as needed.
• Perform field tests and adjust chemical dosages for process control.
• Monitor equipment performance and respond to abnormal test results.
• Ensure compliance with operating permits and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with management to address inquiries and ensure high-quality water services.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Safety practices

Process control

MS Office

Field testing

Chemical handling

Education

Kentucky Class IV Water Treatment license

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Computerized maintenance management system

Job description

Kentucky American Water is seeking a Sr. Water Treatment Operator to lead and manage daily surface water treatment operations at our Owenton facility in Kentucky. The role requires a Kentucky Class IV license and strong knowledge of water treatment processes.

You will perform field tests, manage chemical dosing, and supervise team members while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Owenton facility.