Operator

Job Summary

A position is available in the Supply Operations department for an Operator-Supply, Pumping, and Storage.  Must hold or able to obtain a Water Treatment Plant Operator or Distribution Operator certification within 12 months. Applicant must have a high school diploma, Connecticut driver’s license.  Must have a minimum of two (2) years in the operation and maintenance of supply, pumping, and treatment facilities. Applicant must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and make the necessary repairs/corrects without being directed. The requirements of the position include:

Principal Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, chemical feed systems and other equipment under direction of senior operating staff and process engineer to assure optimum plant performance.
• Conduct facility rounds including monitoring of chemical usage and supply, and assessment of equipment for proper operation; collect water samples and perform chemical and physical laboratory testing and report any quality or process control issues.
• Monitor and operate treatment plant and distribution facilities PLC-based control and data acquisition system.
• Operate electrical and electronic equipment such as controllers, automatic monitors, recorders, and standby power systems.
• Maintain, operate, and adjust gatehouse valves, screens, grates, reservoirs and related appurtenance.
• Compile, maintain, and update accurate maintenance documentation, plant log and various quality reports.
• Perform general plant maintenance and housekeeping.
• Operate a diverse assortment of mechanical and electrical tools, including test and calibration equipment, pneumatic tools, cutting, hand, and power tools.
• Performs all activities in compliance with company and regulator mandated procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Must be able to participate on a standby roster, and to work rotating, evening, and weekend shifts, including holidays.
• Possess ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Perform other various duties as assigned.

Salary

• Job is classified as an Hourly grade 8, with a rate range that has a training wage of  $38.69 per hour, until the chosen applicant obtains a treatment license. 
• If the chosen applicant already holds a treatment license, position is posted as a grade 9 with a training wage of  $40.08 per hour. 
• Successful applicant will move through Steps 1 through 9 of the range at 6-month intervals with satisfactory performance to the maximum salary.