Water/ Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant operator with a Colorado Water D License or above. This full-time role involves operating and monitoring treatment plants, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and maintaining equipment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage based on license status and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and PTO. If you are passionate about water management and ready to take on a vital role in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Sick Time

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Water D License or above required.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment operations essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Calibrate equipment and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Water Treatment Operations

Wastewater Treatment Operations

Regulatory Knowledge

Equipment Calibration

Computer Software Proficiency

Education

Colorado Water D License

Colorado B License

Tools

SCADA Systems

HMIs

Pumps

Job description

The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park has a unique opportunity for a Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant operator holding a Colorado Water D License or above. A Colorado B License is desired for ORC status. The park operates its own water and wastewater system with intake from the Arkansas River, source water. The water plant is a .05 mgd conventional filtration system and the wastewater plant is an extended aeration .018 mgd package plant.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor computers, related software programs, HMIs, SCADAs, and pumps.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations, permitting, and recordkeeping required by the State of Colorado.
• Calibrate equipment and collect test samples.
• Have a working knowledge of both plant operations to cover when necessary.
• Keep licensing current.
• Work a 40-hour week including holidays, weekends, or emergencies as this is a 7-day operation.
• Physical requirements include lifting, walking, and climbing.
• Maintain a valid driver's license with a good record.
• Undergo a background check and drug screen upon conditional offer of employment.

This is a full-time position with medical, dental, vision, LTD, and Life policies, sick time, and PTO.

Hourly Wage depending on License Status and Level of Experience: $20 to $28. Higher wage may be negotiated for ORC Status with A-B licensing.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.