Water Treatment Plant Operator I-III 632374

About the role

Responsible for the Water Treatment Plant's proper, safe, and continuous operation while performing routine, general maintenance of the WTP equipment, facility, and grounds.

Perform and record routine water tests in the Water Treatment Plant laboratory to assess various chemical levels. The ability to distinguish color variations, calculate chemical usage and dosage, and apply the proper chemicals as needed to ensure safe potable water is required.

Responsible for performing daily cleaning and general upkeep to maintain the WTP's appearance and cleanliness. Assist management with scheduling major plant cleaning projects when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain industrial machinery and equipment in the Water Treatment Plant.
• Perform routine water tests in the laboratory to monitor chemical levels.
• Clean and maintain the WTP's appearance and grounds.
• Schedule and assist with major plant cleaning projects.
• Use equipment including rapid sand filters, electric motors, centrifugal pumps, chlorinators, ammoniators, dry and wet chemical feeders, and various agitators and mixers.
• Work in a modern, clean plant around industrial machinery operations with exposure to rotating equipment and high-voltage electrical equipment.
• Work a rotating schedule of shifts, including seven days on and seven days off, twelve hours per day.
• Occasionally work additional days or nights as the operator on duty, and respond to emergencies, complete critical work, or perform other duties as needed.
• Maintain a personal cell phone and be continually available during and after normal working hours.

Requirements

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• WTP Operator I: One year of work experience in an industrial-type plant environment requiring operation and familiarity with pumps, valves, and associated equipment.
• WTP Operator II: Three years of work experience in an industrial-type plant environment requiring operation and familiarity with pumps, valves, and associated equipment.
• WTP Operator III/Senior: Seven years of work experience in an industrial-type plant environment requiring operation and familiarity with pumps, valves, and associated equipment.
• One year or 600 hours of vocational/technical training in a mechanical/electrical field may substitute for one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Must use appropriate personal protective equipment as required (gloves, safety glasses, etc.). These items are provided and not for personal use.
• All required licenses must be maintained throughout employment.
• WTP Operator I: Obtain an ODEQ Class “D” Water Operator license within 90 days of hire.
• WTP Operator II: Have, upon hire, an Oklahoma Class “C” Water Operator and Laboratory License.
• WTP Operator III/SR: Have, upon hire, an Oklahoma Class “B” Water Operator and Laboratory License.
• All levels must have a valid driver's license.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge

• Manual labor and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in using “AiM” Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and mobile technology.
• Ability to work safely and promote a safe environment.

Benefits

• OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular positions, including but not limited to health, life, and retirement benefits, paid leave, and 13 paid holidays per year.
• Other benefits include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym memberships, a free, confidential employee assistance program, and much more.