Water Operator in Training

Inframark; Gardena, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark is seeking a Water Operator in Training for our West Basin location. The role includes basic cleaning, painting, washing filters, and maintaining basins, tanks, intakes and wells.

It also covers grounds maintenance and general upkeep of our water facilities as the entry-level operator/maintenance position. A strong candidate will have a high school diploma or GED (or related vocational training), a valid driver’s license, and an interest in water treatment operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent vocational training in chemistry or related field.
• Water treatment operations experience and minimum certifications preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and good driving standards are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate water pumping mechanisms to regulate flow and pressure during shifts.
• Monitor, adjust and maintain pumps, valves, and electric motors.
• Calibrate testing equipment and perform basic QA/QC tests (pH, residuals).
• Collect samples and enter data into logs and databases for records.

Skills

Water plant operations

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand/Power tools

Job description

Looking for a Water Operator in Training for our West Basin location. This position is responsible for the basic cleaning, painting, washing filters and cleaning basins, minor maintenance tasks, and grounds maintenance of water plants, tanks, intakes and wells. This position is also recognized as the entry-level position that is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water facilities.

Salary range - $25-$30/hr depending on level of experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate water pumping mechanisms to regulate the flow and pressure of water during assigned shifts to include:
• Operate pumps, valves and electric motors to transfer, distribute and regulate pressure flow
• Operate, maintain, repair and replace air-vac's
• Operate and maintain blow-offs.
• Repair and replace water service lines & water meters
• Monitor panel boards and adjusts controls to regulate flow and distribution of water
• Maintain, clean and stock materials on trucks and equipment.
• Picking up weeds, cleaning tanks, sweeping & mopping floors, cleaning equipment and various other duties to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the facility
• Calibrate testing equipment that they will be required to utilize through the course of the shift
• Collect samples and performs various tests such as pH, H2S and CL2 residual; analyzes results and makes process control changes as instructed by their immediate supervisor
• Document readings, test results, equipment adjustments and enter data into a computer database and on paper for record maintenance and to produce periodic and special reports
• Monitor, observes and inspects equipment, meters and gauges.
• Make chemical feed adjustments as necessary
• Transport and handle chemicals as required.
• Attend safety classes, reinforce and comply with company safety policies

QUALIFICATIONS

Prefer high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training in chemistry, or a closely related field. Water treatment operations experience and minimum certifications preferred. Must have a valid state driver’s license and meet minimum driving standards.

Knowledge of:

• Techniques, principles and practices of professional water plant/ well operations and laboratory analysis
• Water treatment flow schemes
• Safety practices, procedures and equipment used
• Mechanical unit processes; vertical turbine pumps, chemical metering pumps, and centrifugal pumps
• Use and documentation of QA/QC
• Treatment processes: disinfection and sedimentation

Skill in:

• The operation of a variety of hand or power tools, water plant equipment and laboratory testing equipment

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Collect and interpret daily logs
• Prepare routine records and logs
• Perform mathematical computations
• Work emergency duty during non-scheduled work hours
• Distinguish between different shades of color

Working conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, bright and/or dim light, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, vibration, fumes or noxious odors. All required safety standards shall be adhered to mitigate risk from moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, animals and wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other identified hazards.

Physical requirements

This position requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending and climbing. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. This position requires very heavy physical exertion including the ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force on a regular basis.

The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required.

The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception.