Water Operator

Inframark

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Winder, Georgia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for the general operations of a municipal drinking water treatment plant, including regulating flow, pressure, and chemical dosing. Duties also include performing laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring facility housekeeping.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or GED, and possess or can obtain a Water Treatment Plant Operator certification within 12 months. You also have a valid driver's license and the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in confined spaces.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Water Treatment Plant Operator License

SCBA fit-test

process control

water sampling

pH testing

D.O. testing

CL2 residual testing

chemical feed adjustments

chlorine cylinder handling

meter calibration

manual chemical mixing

water purification

laboratory testing

valve operation

gate operation

Job Description

Join Inframark: Award-winning Employer of Water and Wastewater Operators

Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, a comprehensive benefits package that includes a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan, and opportunities for career growth and development. 

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Water Operator 

This position is responsible for the general operations of a municipal drinking water treatment plant.  In addition to process control responsibilities, you may be asked to do basic cleaning, painting, scrubbing of weirs and basins, minor maintenance tasks, and grounds maintenance of water plants and well stations.
                                
Responsibilities:

  • Operates water pumping mechanisms to regulate flow and pressure of water during assigned shifts to include:
  • Operates pumps, valves, turbines and electric motors to transfer, distribute and regulate pressure flow of raw and processed water
  • Monitors panel boards and adjusts controls to regulate flow and distribution of water
  • Cleans systems by backwashing at designated intervals
  • Records reservoir water elevation, power consumption and equipment utilization data at designated intervals
  • Conducts water treatment activities to include add appropriate amounts of chemicals to raw water to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water at regular intervals; regulates flow of pre-treated water through sedimentation and filter devices; adds appropriate amounts of chemicals into water for post treatment and operates agitators; records chemical composition of raw and treated water at designated intervals
  • Maintains, cleans and stocks materials on trucks and equipment.  Housekeeping duties to include cutting grass, cleaning tanks, sweeping & mopping floors, cleaning equipment and various other duties to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the facility
  • Calibrates all meters that will be used through the course of the shift
  • Collects samples and performs various tests such as pH, D.O., and CL2 residual; analyzes results and makes process control changes based on these lab results and instruction from their immediate supervisor
  • Documents readings, test results, equipment adjustments and enters data into a computer database for record maintenance and to produce periodic and special reports
  • Monitors and observes treatment process for offensive matter; inspects equipment and monitors operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect problems
  • Transfers various chemicals from one container to the other.  Makes chemical feed adjustments as necessary
  • Changes chlorine cylinders and checks for leaks.  Adjusts feed rate as required. Transports, handles and mixes chemicals manually as required.
  • Operates plant machines and equipment and injects chemicals to purify water
  • Conducts laboratory tests of water and monitors plant controls
  • Adjusts valves and gates and maintains well pump stations
  • Attends safety classes, reinforces and complies with company safety policies

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED; college degree in biology, chemistry, or environmental science
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Valid  WaterOperator License preferred or ability to obtain required certification as a Water Treatment Plant Operator within 12 months of hire date

Physical Demands

  • • Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. 

  • • Ability to climb ladders and stairways safely. 

  • • Must be able to pass a fit-test for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). 

  • • Ability to work in confined spaces. 

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

Other Duties 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Employees shall perform all other duties as required. 

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Learn more about us at Water Infrastructure Operations | Inframark

Inframark

Inframark is an independent, American-owned company widely recognized as a leader in Water Infrastructure Operations and Infrastructure Management Services. From water and wastewater operations to financial and community management and specialized support services, we work side by side with our clients to achieve the highest levels of performance, safety, compliance and reliability. Aging infrastructures and workforces, increasing compliance concerns and constant cost pressures — our experts know first-hand the challenges facing today’s municipalities, municipal utility districts and industries. We recognize that no two clients are exactly alike. That’s why our service model is tailored to each client’s unique systems, cultures and resources. Grounded in years of expertise and guided by our CLEAR Partnership Values (Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Accountability and Respect) our 3,000 dedicated employees aim to create a "Better World Together" to deliver the critical services that help communities, companies and economies prosper.
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