Operator I

About the role

The Operator I position is part of a team that operates and maintains multiple unit processes in an industrial facility. The role involves understanding and applying operational skills to manage various utility services including waste water treatment, steam boilers, hot water boilers, water filtration, and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment manually and through instrumentation panels, computer terminals, and programmable logic control units following process control procedures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment failures, execute necessary repairs to ensure operational continuity.
• Perform predictive and corrective maintenance on process equipment in areas such as pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, instrumentation, PLC logic, and mechanical maintenance.
• Conduct routine laboratory tests, collect and analyze samples, and monitor process chemical supplies.
• Coordinate contractor activities and maintain process operations.
• Calibrate and maintain lab and field equipment, including pH meters, specific ion meters, analytical balances, furnaces, ovens, pipettes, titrators, and automatic samplers.
• Inspect and diagnose operational problems, take corrective actions, and report suspected malfunctions.
• Prepare and review procedures related to the Utilities department and report department performance status to management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Skilled vocational trade training and/or 2-4 years of equivalent on-the-job training in industrial operations, mechanical maintenance, electrical/instrumentation, or PLC experience in a utilities environment.
• Proven ability to execute both preventive and corrective maintenance protocols across facility systems.
• Proficiency with computer programs for process control, Computer Maintenance Management System, and laboratory/industrial pretreatment QA/QC.
• Technical proficiency in replacing mechanical seals, bearings, oil seals, gaskets, and other critical components.
• Experience with hydraulic systems, including centrifugal, dosing, and submersible pumps.
• Skilled in the upkeep and repair of mechanical agitators and associated industrial machinery.
• Demonstrated capability in interpreting technical drawings, including exploded views and assembly diagrams.
• Knowledge of current and pending utilities standards, regulations, and federal, state, and local laws and codes.
• Ability to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call shifts if required by site.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Pass a drug test and criminal background check.
• Hold or be working toward the highest level / certification and highest-level license as required by site.

Skills

• Proven ability to execute both preventive and corrective maintenance protocols across facility systems.
• Proficiency with computer programs for process control, Computer Maintenance Management System, and laboratory/industrial pretreatment QA/QC.
• Technical proficiency in replacing mechanical seals, bearings, oil seals, gaskets, and other critical components.
• Experience performing maintenance and technical repairs on various hydraulic systems, including centrifugal, dosing, and submersible pumps.
• Skilled in the upkeep and repair of mechanical agitators and associated industrial machinery.
• Demonstrated capability in interpreting technical drawings, including exploded views and assembly diagrams.
• Knowledge of current and pending utilities standards, regulations, and federal, state, and local laws and codes.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English (operational, process, safety, and quality instructions).
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Knowledge of current and pending utilities standards, regulations, and federal, state, and local laws and codes.
• Ability to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call shifts if required by site.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer!