Wastewater Plant Operator

About the role

The selected candidate will be responsible for the daily routine maintenance of the Water/Wastewater Plant on the resort's property.

Responsibilities

• Controls all valves for the proper flow of water into and through the treatment process.
• Makes sure the correct chemicals are applied to the water during the treatment process.
• Performs chemical and laboratory tests of water at set times to check chlorine residual, turbidity, alkalinity, and temperature levels.
• Monitors and interprets chemical test data, plant machinery, and water in process to keep track of plant operations and make necessary adjustments.
• Operates filter units and backwashes them at regular intervals or when needed; super-chlorinates filters when they start working again and keeps records of filter maintenance and issues.
• Does minor maintenance and emergency repairs to water treatment machinery.
• Maintains records of treatment operations.
• Starts pumps or machines that stop working; assists with minor or routine machine maintenance and makes necessary emergency repairs; performs a regular schedule of preventive maintenance; keeps buildings and other work sites clean.
• Collects and prepares periodic samples for laboratory; records data on forms and enters into computer system.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of buildings, mechanical equipment, and other related to water treatment and water pumping.
• Unloads and handles chemicals, supplies from vehicles to storage, and chemical feed machines.
• Operates and controls flow control valves, pump stations, wells, water treatment equipment, and water quality analyzers to maintain optimal water system conditions.
• Adjusts dosage of treatment chemicals used for disinfection and corrosion control, including working with hazardous chemicals like chlorine and sodium hydroxide.
• May be required to respond to 24-hour emergency calls for assigned work area to perform emergency building or equipment repairs during off-duty hours using a vehicle, telephone, hand, power and specialty tools and necessary materials.
• Receives and reviews work orders/requests to determine estimated cost and man-hour requirements. Requisitions and/or purchases supplies and materials.
• Performs prescribed maintenance checks as scheduled.

Requirements

• Must have a Class C or higher Water/Wastewater Licenses with appropriate sub classes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff, students, and coworkers.
• Able to work a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend duty.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Must be able to speak English.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Recreational experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, meters, and charts.
• Basic understanding of chemical applications and laboratory testing.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physical stamina to lift and maneuver hoses and handle pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages and attractive 401(k) program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible associates.
• Paid time off and holiday compensation.
• Discounted associate meals and uniform services.
• Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and activities.
• Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community.