Water Operator

Inframark LLC; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark LLC in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a Water Operator I to operate and maintain equipment in a water or wastewater facility. The role involves handling pumps, valves, disinfection systems, and routine testing.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and state water/wastewater licenses; willingness to obtain Class D license within 18 months. Salary ranges from $34 to $39 per hour, with shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Willingness to study required material and meet prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• Ability to perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential.
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is desirable.
• Basic understanding of water chemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment including valves, pumps, motors, and disinfection equipment.
• Performs routine testing and monitoring of production wells and unit processes.
• Documents plant performance, including daily flow and chemical usage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair equipment.
• Keeps facilities clean, neat, and secure.
• Provides customer service as needed.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings and on-call.
• Typical shift is four 10-hour days with one weekend per month.

Skills

Process control techniques

Maintenance procedures

Safe work practices

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Water/wastewater treatment experience

Licenses/ certifications eligibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Water/Wastewater Operator's License

Class D license within 18 months

Job description

Looking for a Water Operator in our Edwardsville IL Plant.

The Operator I is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in water or wastewater treatment facilities. Salary range is $34-$39/hr depending on level of experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment. Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call. Typical shift is four (4) ten (10) hour day shifts including one weekend per month.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable
• Basic understanding of water chemistry is preferred

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator's License specific to state and site-specific requirements. Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments. Must obtain a Class D license within 18 months.

Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.

Managing for Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders; pass a fit test and wear a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.