Operator, Water Treatment

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Job Title: Operator, Water Treatment

Posting Start Date: 8/11/26

Job Description:

Primary Role

Responsible for maintaining the operation of the water facilities including the pumping and booster stations and tank sites and work relating to other remote facilities. Lastly, inform other work area and personnel of situation which may impact company operations and the distribution of the water or wastewater system.

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Key Accountabilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of pumping and purification equipment. Provide laboratory support for chemical and/or microbiological testing for wastewater and/or potable water and additional support for customers and employees.
• Operate pumping and treatment equipment. Handle chemicals. Set chemical feed equipment at the proper dosage. Perform quality sampling and analysis, adjusting plant flow rated to meet system demands.
• Operate remote facilities, backwash filters and record hourly readings. Maintain plant cleanliness. Perform minor plant maintenance. Maintain required records.
• Complete and maintain all necessary local, state and federal records that are related to the water or wastewater system. Assure proper reporting in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide support within the department for routine tasks including glassware, reagent preparation, Cl2 checks, water system checks, balance and temperature checks, and sample disposal.
• Employees will be required to:
• Change meters
• Read meters
• Assist in the replacement / repair of water main / service lines.
• Manage customer concerns
• Complete investigative orders

Experience/Education

• High school diploma or recognized Education Equivalency Certificate.
• 1-3 experience. Preferred someone who is familiar with company procedures regarding water and/or wastewater system processes.
• Computer skills; MS Word, MS Excel and SCADA systems, HachWIMS database
• Must have a valid driver's license

Work Environment

• Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions
• Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator as required, as some required work may have potential for exposure to harmful contaminants, environments, noise, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, unassisted
• Position will be a swing shift, requiring mornings, days, nights, overnights, and weekend work.
• There will be some weekend, holiday, and overtime work as needed, including on-call assignments
• Position will be at: 600 1st Ave Royersford PA 19468

Other

• Required to obtain and maintain a PA Water license within three (3) years of employment with us.

Competencies

Plans & Aligns

Decision Making

Communicates Effectively

Builds Networks

Action Oriented

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