Water Plant Operator

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a rapidly growing national water and wastewater utility operations company with more than 950 employees operating facilities in over twenty states. Our organization specializes in operations, maintenance, engineering, and construction services for municipal and private utilities.

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Water Plant Operator to support operations at the Boone, Iowa Water Treatment Plant. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant drinking water production for the community.

Position Overview

The Water Plant Operator is responsible for assisting in the daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of a water treatment facility supplied by a wellfield under the influence of surface water. The plant utilizes aeration, lime softening, filtration, and disinfection processes to produce high-quality drinking water.

This position works under the direction of the Waterworks Supervisor (ORC) and supports all aspects of plant operations, compliance, maintenance, and facility upkeep. This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to understand and respond to changing treatment conditions.

The position includes shift work, weekend coverage, and participation in an on-call rotation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment processes, including wellfield production, aeration systems, lime softening, filtration, and disinfection.
• Adjust chemical feed systems based on raw water conditions and treatment goals.
• Monitor key process parameters including turbidity, chlorine residual, pH, alkalinity, hardness, flow rates, and pressures.
• Operate filtration systems and perform backwash cycles.
• Utilize SCADA systems and respond to alarms.
• Calibrate and verify instrumentation including analyzers and meters.
• Collect samples and perform lab testing.
• Handle and manage treatment chemicals, including bulk and day tanks.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues and work with the facility CMMS program.
• Maintain facility housekeeping and grounds.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation.
• Work shifts, weekends, and on-call rotation.
• Follow safety procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Iowa DNR Grade II Water Operator License preferred, but not required
• Ability to obtain certification within required timeframe
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Basic computer and SCADA and CMMS familiarity
• Strong attention to detail

Additional Requirements

• Valid Iowa Driver's License
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Participation in on-call rotation
• Ability to respond to emergencies
• Ability to perform physical work

Why Join U.S. Water?

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Training and advancement opportunities

If you are a dependable individual looking to build a career in the water utility industry, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation and Benefits: Pay is commensurate with experience and market-reflective. US Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.

US Water/USW Utility Group offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.