Senior Operations Specialist (Water)
About the role
HDR is seeking an energetic, hardworking problem solver to become a full-time Senior Operations Specialist to work on both municipal and industrial water treatment facilities. This position will involve supporting project leaders, managing operations and maintenance projects, and performing various tasks related to water treatment facilities.
Responsibilities
- Support HDR project leaders on water treatment projects requiring input from Operations Specialists.
- Review drawings for operability review and HazOps analysis.
- Manage operations and maintenance projects with both municipal and industrial clients.
- Interact with clients, prepare regulatory reports, and oversee personnel, subcontractors, and maintenance management.
- Develop startup and commissioning plans and host workshops.
- Perform startup and commissioning of new water treatment facilities.
- Provide formal and informal training to help clients’ treatment plants operate effectively.
- Test facilities to ensure they meet capacity requirements post-startup.
- Conduct condition assessments and asset management tasks on water and wastewater facilities.
- Perform operational or maintenance troubleshooting and evaluations on municipal and industrial water facilities.
- Work on a variety of new and innovative projects across the United States.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years field experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment at water treatment facilities.
- High level water treatment operator license or professional engineering license.
- Ability to interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and computerized maintenance and management systems.
- A strong attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Microsoft Office product experience.
- General background-related experience.
- A strong attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.
Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of water treatment processes and equipment.
Benefits
At HDR, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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 bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position is $71,960 - 128,500 depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location.
Schedule
This position is full-time and requires 30 to 40% travel, with weekend travel not typically required.
Contact Information
To apply for this position, please visit our careers page at HDR Inc. Careers Page. For more information about HDR, visit our website at HDR Inc..