Water Treatment Plant Operator I - Ahtna USA

Ahtna, Inc.; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahtna, Inc. is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator I for a temporary full-time role in Black Mountain, NC. The Operator will ensure the safe and efficient operation of the water plant to provide clean water in compliance with guidelines. Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, recording data, and ensuring safety standards are met while operating the water treatment systems. Ideal candidates should have industrial wastewater treatment experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of industrial wastewater treatment experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of water supply and water quality.
• North Carolina Grade C certification or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain treatment and conveyance systems.
• Perform daily and weekly RCRA inspections.
• Keep accurate operation and maintenance records.

Skills

Water supply knowledge

Water quality monitoring

Process control

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Water Treatment Plant Operator I - Ahtna USA

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: WATER001544

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NC3374
3374 North Fork Left Fork Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711, USA

NC3374
3374 North Fork Left Fork Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711, USA

The Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for operations of the water plant Mobile Turbidity Reduction System to ensure safe and clean water in accordance with federal, state, and municipal policies and standards.

This is a temporary position. The pay rate for this position is $40.57/hour.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Keep accurate operation and maintenance records and report daily to management
• Perform required daily and weekly RCRA inspections
• Operate and maintain treatment and conveyance systems
• Perform and or assist in routine operations of the water treatment equipment and solids handling equipment which includes but is not limited to ensuring the pumps, chemical feed, dissolved air flotation, sludge storage and dewatering, remains operational
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot process malfunctions, and perform necessary corrections,
• Comply with strict equipment and facility operation safety standards
• Perform or assist with process control sampling and documentation
• Safely handle all tools, equipment, and chemicals while donning and doffing PPE as needed and comply with required safety data sheets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Water Treatment Plant Operator I

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 to 3 years of industrial wastewater treatment experience, or similar water treatment equipment
• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and experience with water supply, water quality, water systems, maintenance, processes, including sampling, pump/plant maintenance, and
• Experience with computer systems such as SCADA, MS Excel, and MS Word a plus
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record, able to drive company vehicle
• North Carolina Grade C certification or higher, ability to apply for State Water Treatment Operator license or ability to obtain license reciprocity for North Carolina.

Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Ability to communicate in writing clearly and
• Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for long periods of time.
• Lift 50 pounds or more, bend, perform significant push/pull, climb, and operate vehicles.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

• Work in all weather
• Be able to perform Shift work and weekend work.
• The Mobile Turbidity Reduction System will be operational 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Work Schedule: Monday-Sunday 6:00a.m.- 6:00 p.m. or as needs dictate

Qualifications

Skills

Required

MS Office

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

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Motivations

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Education

Required

High School Diploma/GED or better.

Experience

Required

1 year:

1 year:

• 1 to 3 years of industrial wastewater treatment experience, or similar water treatment equipment• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and experience with water supply, water quality, water systems, maintenance, processes, including sampling, pump/plant maintenance, and lubrication• North Carolina Grade C certification or higher, Ability to apply for State Water Treatment Operator license or ability to obtain license reciprocity for North Carolina.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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