Facility Operator
Core
Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and pump stations to ensure safe, clean, reliable services for communities.
Role type
Facility Operator (Water/Wastewater)
Builds
Water production facilities, booster stations, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and sewer collection systems.
Domain
Utilities / Water & Wastewater Treatment
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Equipment maintenance, system operation, troubleshooting, water quality analysis, chemical treatment adjustment, ratio and dosage calculation, work order management, safe operation in hazardous environments, heavy lifting (up to 75 lbs), driving.
Preferred skills
Computer/tablet familiarity, database/spreadsheet usage, reading technical instructions, mathematical ability, understanding of wastewater pollution prevention, teamwork.
Technologies
Computer-controlled equipment, database systems, spreadsheet programs, word processing programs.
Responsibilities
Maintain equipment at water production and wastewater facilities; operate and maintain distribution systems and sewer collection systems; troubleshoot and repair service piping; perform routine water quality analysis; adjust chemical treatment and calculate dosages; complete customer service work orders and update documentation; work on-call nights and weekends.
Seniority
Entry-level, no previous experience required.