About this role
Join Inframark: Leading the Way in Water Management
Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team is an award-winning team that delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. We are dedicated to supporting our employees as well as protecting the environment and the communities we serve. You would be empowered to thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment. Take the next step in your career and join us at Inframark. Apply today!
Why Work for Inframark?
Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.
Water/Wastewater Operator
JOB FUNCTION / PURPOSE
The Operator is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
- Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
- Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment. Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
- Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
- Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
- Provides customer service functions when necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
- Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
- The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential.
- Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential.
- Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.
- Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable.
- Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator’s License specific to state and site-specific requirements. Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.
Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.
Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.
Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.
Managing for Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.
Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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Other facts
About Inframark
Inframark is an independent, American-owned company widely recognized as a leader in Water Infrastructure Operations and Infrastructure Management Services.
From water and wastewater operations to financial and community management and specialized support services, we work side by side with our clients to achieve the highest levels of performance, safety, compliance and reliability.
Aging infrastructures and workforces, increasing compliance concerns and constant cost pressures — our experts know first-hand the challenges facing today’s municipalities, municipal utility districts and industries. We recognize that no two clients are exactly alike. That’s why our service model is tailored to each client’s unique systems, cultures and resources.
Grounded in years of expertise and guided by our CLEAR Partnership Values (Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Accountability and Respect) our 3,000 dedicated employees aim to create a "Better World Together" to deliver the critical services that help communities, companies and economies prosper.
What you'll do
- The Operator is responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities. This includes conducting routine testing, monitoring, and responding to emergencies related to treatment equipment.
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