Wastewater Plant Operator - Washington D.C.

Koniag Government Services; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Three weeks paid time off

Job summary

A government services company is seeking a Wastewater Plant Operator in Washington D.C. The ideal candidate will manage the operations of an automated wastewater pretreatment plant, ensuring proper equipment functionality. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and four years of relevant experience. Certification and fluency in English are needed. The role involves working both day and night shifts under supervision. Competitive compensation and generous benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in operating a wastewater pretreatment plant.
• Ability to lift and carry 50lb bags of chemicals and climb ladders.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the automated wastewater pretreatment plant.
• Ensure all equipment runs properly and chemical levels are acceptable.
• Work under supervision of a shift Supervisor and follow directives from the Plant Manager.

Skills

Operation of wastewater pretreatment plant

Knowledge of HMI/SCADA software

Fluency in English

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

High School diploma or GED

Current ABC Class II or equivalent certification

Job description

Wastewater Plant Operator - Washington D.C.

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Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is currently hiring Plant Operators in support of our government customer in Washington, DC.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated wastewater pretreatment plant. The Operator will be required to ensure all equipment runs properly and all liquid chemical levels are within tolerance. The Operator should be familiar with working with wastewater treatment equipment, pumps, motors, mixers, tanks, filter presses, and PLC/SCADA control equipment.

The Operator should be able to work both the day shift and the night shift on a rotational basis. The Operator will work under the direct supervision of a shift Supervisor at all times, and will also receive work directives and schedules from the Plant Manager.

The Plant Operator Will Need To Possess

• High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.
• Four (4) years of experience in the operation of a wastewater pretreatment plant.
• Knowledge of Human–Machine Interface (HMI)/SCADA software which operates the applicable portions of the Plant. This software is run on various computer(s) that are located in the Plant office and in the plants.
• Current Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) Class II or equivalent certification.
• Fluent in the English language, both verbally and in writing, and able to read and understand English.
• U.S. citizen.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Candidate must be able to lift & carry 50lb bags of chemicals up stairs & climb ladders.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward‑leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution‑oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long‑term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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