Facility Operator Trainee

About the role

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we’re delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities. If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team!

Career Progression & Pay Ranges

• Facility Operator Trainee: Entry Rate: $23.52/hr, 12-Month Rate: $24.52/hr, 24-Month Rate: $25.52/hr
• Facility Operator I: Entry Rate: $27.91/hr, 12-Month Rate: $28.91/hr, 24-Month Rate: $29.91/hr
• Facility Operator II: Entry Rate: $31.22/hr, 12-Month Rate: $32.22/hr, 24-Month Rate: $33.22/hr
• Facility Operator III: Entry Rate: $36.11/hr, 12-Month Rate: $37.11/hr, 24-Month Rate: $38.11/hr

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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 (Required Experience, Education, Licenses, And Certifications)

• 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 Schedule

• FO Trainee – FO Trainee (Entry Level) – Will be required to get either a Class 4 water or Class 4 wastewater license within 18 months of employment.
• FO I – Minimum license requirement of Class 4 water or Class 4 wastewater.
• FO II – Minimum license requirement of Class 4 water and Class 4 wastewater.
• FO III – Minimum license requirement of Class 3 water and Class 3 wastewater.

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 be available to be on-call nights and on weekends to adequately staff a 24 hour/7day operation.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012).