System Operator III - Water/Wastewater Utility

About the role

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, seeks a Systems Operator in the Lake/McHenry Counties & Glenview/Oak Brook area. This position works under the direction of the Field Supervisor and is responsible for installing, operating, and maintaining equipment at water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Essential Duties

• Operate / maintain the facilities & equipment related to the wastewater activated sludge treatment, lagoons, lift stations, and collection systems.
• Operate / maintain the facilities & equipment related to the wastewater and water treatment plants, well facilities, pumping, and storage facilities (as needed).
• Operate / maintain the vehicles & equipment used in the water and wastewater facilities.
• Perform / record inspections & tests on the systems and facilities operations; this involves reviewing the associated data.
• Collect, analyze, and record water & wastewater samples for regulatory compliance as well as process control monitoring for proper operation of the systems.
• Prepare reports required by the Company, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency [IEPA], the Illinois Commerce Commission, or other jurisdictional entities.
• Respond to customer service, water distribution, and/or collection system work orders.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Possess a High School Diploma (or Equivalent).
• Professional experience working with industrial mechanical systems and/or pumps is preferred.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s Operator’s License; CDL is a plus!
• Class II Wastewater License.
• Class B Water License.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to readily read, understand, and accurately follow operating instructions (both written & verbal).
• Possess the mathematical ability to perform calculations which determine various ratios, dosages, and volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Systems.
• Computer literate with computer database tools as well as the ability to operate plant processes through computer-controlled equipment.

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.
• Must be able to lift and move equipment in excess of 50lbs and the ability to work in confined spaces; a lift test will be required at part of employment for this position.
• Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents.
• Company vehicle is provided for business purposes only.
• This position participates in a weekly on-call rotating schedule to adequately staff a 24 hour/7-day operation.
• Must be able to pass fit testing.

Pay

The starting wage for a System Operator III is $46.00. Employees may receive a higher starting wage if they have the applicable water/wastewater license for the job classification. Employees will receive annual contract increases.

Schedule

This is a union position. This position participates in a weekly on-call rotating schedule to adequately staff a 24 hour/7-day operation.

Benefits

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.

Equal Opportunity 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).