Water Treatment Operator (WTO) or Water Treatment Operator in Training (WTOT)

45001 Talen Montana LLC; Colstrip (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Water Treatment Operator (WTO) or Water Treatment Operator in Training (WTOT) at Colstrip is a senior-level, hands-on role within the main plant’s water treatment areas. Incumbents will operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and support unit operations during normal operations, upsets, start-ups, and shutdowns.

The WTOT path requires completion of the WTOT training program, including classroom and on-the-job training, with 6000 hours of hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years water treatment or equivalent heavy industrial experience.
• Completion of WT apprenticeship/training program with a minimum of 6000 hours on-the-job training.
• Basic computer skills in daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate water treatment systems to support unit operation.
• Take readings and monitor equipment and systems in assigned area.
• Safely shut down and isolate systems for maintenance; start up equipment as needed.
• Train or assist in training of apprentices and JITs.
• Keep supervisors informed of equipment and system status.
• Work well with operations and maintenance staff as a team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Colstrip Water Treatment systems and interrelationships.
• Maintain a clean work environment in assigned areas.
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts or dayshifts as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance and diligent work habits.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Water treatment apprenticeship/training program with 6000 hours

Job description

This is not an entry-level position - applicants must meet or exceed all applicable basic qualifications.

Water Treatment Operator in Training (WTOT) starting pay is 50.75/hour and the Water Treatment Operator starting pay is 56.84/hour.

Job Summary

The Water Treatment Operator (WTO) or Water Treatment Operator in Training (WTOT) must be able to operate individual systems either working in the Brine Concentrator and/or the Outside Water Treatment and Inside Water Treatment areas within the main plant to support unit operation during normal operating conditions, plant upsets, start-ups and shutdowns. Extensive knowledge of all the systems is required for operating and monitoring systems and accurately troubleshooting and diagnosing problems for fast, efficient maintenance work. Special projects such as testing and clearance work will also be required. This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and will include other reasonable work expectations as assigned. The WTOT normally works under the general supervision of a Water Treatment Operator while in the training period. The WTOT is required to complete the WTOT training program as set forth by the Colstrip Technical Training Department, including classroom training, on the job training, check sheets for systems in the plant, and testing requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate all Water Treatment systems to support unit operation.
• Take readings and monitor all equipment and systems in assigned area.
• Must be able to safely shut down and isolate systems for maintenance; line up and start up equipment safely as needed.
• Train or assist in training of apprentices and JITs.
• Keep other CROs, LPOs, and Shift Supervisor informed of equipment and system status.
• Work well as a team member with both operations and maintenance personnel.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the Colstrip Water Treatment systems and their interrelationships.
• Maintaining a clean environment in the areas worked or assigned.
• Work and function well on rotating 12-hour shifts, or dayshifts as assigned.
• Regular attendance and diligent work habits required

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum 3 years water treatment experience or equivalent heavy industrial operations experience, or; Completion of a water treatment apprenticeship/training program with a minimum of 6000 hours of on-the-job training.
• Basic computer skills.

License or Certificate Requirements

• Valid Drivers' License Passed or be able to pass the Skilled Trades Test

About Talen Energy

Talen is a leading independent power producer and energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future. We own, operate, and optimize high-quality power infrastructure across the United States. Our generation portfolio includes 15 generation locations capable of producing approximately 15.6 GW of power. Talen's fleet generates electricity using a diverse mix of fuels, ranging from zero-carbon nuclear energy - including the Susquehanna nuclear facility - to natural gas, coal, and oil. We produce and sell electricity, capacity, and ancillary services into wholesale power markets across the United States, with generation assets located in key power markets. Our team is committed to generating power safely and reliably and delivering the most value per megawatt produced.

Talen is also powering the digital infrastructure revolution. We are well-positioned to capture this growing industry, as artificial intelligence data centers increasingly demand more reliable, clean power.

We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. Talen is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Talen Energy is committed to providing a safe, drug and alcohol-free workplace. Consistent with applicable law and any collective bargaining agreements, positions may be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability, or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

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