Operations Specialist - eOM Manual Technician

About the role

The Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in the development and execution of facility operations manuals. This individual supports the evaluation and condition assessment of water, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating operator training and commissioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review facility operations manuals in hard copy or electronic formats.
• Support evaluations and condition assessments of water, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure.
• Assist with the development of infrastructure renewal plans and process optimization.
• Provide technical expertise in operability reviews and process control strategy development.
• Coordinate manufacturer’s field services during construction and assist with commissioning and O&M personnel training.
• Prepare startup plans, Division 01 Specifications, schedules, and procedures for construction management environments.
• Facilitate post-startup warranty resolution and process optimization.
• Evaluate maintenance and operational work practices and develop new work flows, procedures, and training plans.
• Engage in strategic marketing pursuits and participate in professional organizations.
• Participate in lessons learned and share best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent writing ability.
• Certification as a water or wastewater treatment plant operator (preferred).
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in plant operations.
• A degree in a professional, engineering, or related field (preferred).
• General knowledge of process control, automation, instrumentation, laboratory fundamentals, industrial safety, and reliability-centered maintenance principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Knowledge of the engineering, chemistry, and microbiology of water and wastewater treatment unit processes.
• Ability to work with a diverse community of designers, contractors, operators, and manufacturers.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Familiarity with web-based applications such as Concrete CMS and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management software and asset management philosophies and applications.
• Familiarity with web-based programming languages such as HTML.
• Valid drivers license (preferred).
• Preferred certifications in both water and wastewater treatment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a professional, engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in water/wastewater field.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Skills

• Technical writing and documentation skills.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Operability and reliability-focused maintenance principles.
• Interpretation of engineering plans and specifications.
• Process control and automation expertise.
• Operator training and commissioning experience.
• Regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship knowledge.
• Communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Please refer to the provided ranges for specific locations.

Schedule

Full-time Employee Status: Regular