Water Plant Operator - Union - Water Utility

Aqua; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua is seeking a Water Plant Operator to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities. In this full-time position, you'll manage chemical feed equipment, perform lab tests, and maintain operational records. Ideal candidates possess strong technical skills and a high school diploma, essential for safeguarding public water supply.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Technical skills to operate plant processes and equipment.
• Understanding of operating instructions and procedures.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pumping and purification equipment.
• Conduct routine lab and bacteriological tests.
• Perform maintenance and custodial duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Mathematical Ability

Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Database Software

Spreadsheet Software

Word Processing Software

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Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we’re delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities. If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team!

About Essential Utilities

Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.

Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.

We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.

Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.

Are you looking for a fantastic career at Aqua? We have a great opportunity for a Water Plant Operator for our Friday - Tuesday 12:00am - 8:00am schedule!

This role is under the direction of the Plant Manager and is responsible for the operation and preventative maintenance of pumping and purification equipment, instruments, buildings and grounds, and facilities as are or may be in use at the Vermilion County Division for the treatment and pumping of water.

Responsibilities And Duties

Performs a wide variety of operating, maintenance and custodial duties. Tasks of the incumbent include, but are not limited to:

• Operation and control of all chemical feed equipment, sludge pumps, high and low service pumps, wash water pumps and clarifiers.
• Operates valves, electrical switchgear, electrical disconnects and switches.
• Control and wash filters by operation of appurtenant equipment.
• Backwash intakes and exercise individual judgment in changing intakes when conditions indicate the desirability of a change.
• Perform routine lab and bacteriological tests as directed.
• Operate, read, interpret and record as directed all instruments at the plant.
• Maintain records and charts.
• Report operational difficulties and irregularities and equipment malfunctions or damage to succeeding shift operator and/or supervisor.
• During freezing weather, make regular inspections at all points in the plant subject to freeze damage.
• Maintenance and housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Assists and trains under Production Manager and other operators as directed.
• Instruct and assign work to employees assigned to assist and/or train.
• Perform other duties in connection with the above.
• Enter shift tasks for that day into Maintenance Connection.
• Make call outs for union personnel after hours, on weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Special Educational Or Registration Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Have the technical ability to perform the duties of this classification.
• Be able to readily read, understand and accurately follow operating instructions both written and verbal.
• Mathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, and volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Treatment Facility.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate in writing and accurately prepare technical reports. Have demonstrated reliable performance in previous jobs and/or school.
• Must be conscientious in respect for the responsibility to safeguard the public water supply and prevent pollution of area surface waters.
• Must be computer literate in database, spreadsheet and word processing capabilities and possess the ability to operate plant processes through computer controlled equipment.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, schematics and manuals of water facilities and equipment is also required.
  
  

Certifications

• The selected candidate must obtain an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Class “A” Water Operators Certification within five (5) years of the date of appointment, to remain in the employ of Aqua Illinois, Inc.
• Furthermore, the selected candidate must pass the IDPH certification for bacteria testing at the closest available laboratory certification examination within six (6) months from date of hire to remain in the employ of Aqua Illinois, Inc.
• The hourly rate of pay is $35.95##
  
  

##All employees hired or entering the bargaining unit on or after June 1, 2006 will receive three dollars ($3.00) per hour less than the classification wage rate. The wage reduction will be returned in one-dollar ($1.00) increases once a year over a three (3) year period. Employee will receive annual contract increases.

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012).

To Maintain The Integrity Of The Recruitment Process And To Avoid Real Or Perceived Conflicts Of Interest Due To Employment And/or Assignment Of Family Members And Personal Referrals, Specific Guidelines Apply To The Hiring And Assignment Of These Individuals Including, But Not Limited To

• Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship
• Family members cannot work in the same department.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Utilities

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