Facility Operator I

About the role

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Facility Operator I to support the operation of water production facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, booster stations, distribution system, and the wastewater collection system.

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment at the assigned water production facilities and booster stations.
• Operates and maintains distribution systems including mains, valves, hydrants and service lines.
• Maintains equipment at the wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations.
• Operates and maintains sewer collection systems including collections mains and pump stations.
• Troubleshoots and repairs service piping and other related equipment.
• Performs routine water quality analysis in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards.
• Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality meets standards.
• Calculates various ratios and dosages.
• Completes customer service work orders, updates and maintains appropriate system documentation of activities and closes work orders in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Performs all tasks safely, professionally and in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws, rules and guidelines.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• No previous experience required.
• A valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Familiarity with computers / tablets and the basic operation of database, spreadsheet and word processing programs preferred.
• Mathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment Plants.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in writing.
• Familiarity with and understanding of the need to prevent wastewater pollution of area waters.
• Understand and maintain plan processes through computer-controlled equipment.
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.

Career Progression

The Facility Operator I role is under the direction of the Field Supervisor and will perform a variety of activities to support the operation of water production facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, booster stations, distribution system, and the wastewater collection system. Career progression includes:

• FO I – Minimum license requirement of C Well or Grade I.
• FO II – Must meet dual licensing requirements and have either a B Well or a Grade II.
• FO III - Must meet dual licensing requirements of at least a B Well and Grade II plus have an A Well or Grade III.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and /or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds. Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents. Must obtain a CDL Class C with Hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire. Must be available to be on-call nights and on weekends to adequately staff a 24 hour/7day operation.

Career Progression Schedule

To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to, family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship, family members cannot work in the same department.