Operator I- Drinking Water

We are always looking for talented, energetic, and hard-working employees that want to serve their community Company name: Capital Region Water Title of position: Operator I Position type: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Location: Water Services Center Join the CReW! We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for training and career development. Description of responsibilities: The Operator I is responsible for performing semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the **Dr. Robert E. Young Water Services Center** and at various other Water Unit Facilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Operations Supervisor/Superintendent or other Water Bureau management staff. Employees are required to work shifts that include days, nights, weekends, emergencies, and holidays; this typically involves 12-hour shifts on a non-rotating schedule. Work involves the use of: - Stationery and portable pumps, valves, gates, gauges, meters, control panels, log sheets, process control equipment and motor vehicles. - Chemicals such as chlorine, lime, liquid alum, ammonia, and caustic soda are used on a day-to-day basis. - Work also includes the operation of unit processes equipment such as flocculators, sludge thickeners, and mixed media/sand filters. - Laboratory analyses are also performed as part of the process control measures for water treatment processes. - Employees are subject to noise and vibration, fumes, odors, hazardous conditions, dust, poor ventilation, and inclement weather in the work environment. - Safety equipment such as dust-masks, breathing apparatus/respirators, gas detectors, hearing protectors, safety glasses, harnesses, first-aid stations, and alarm systems, etc. will be used. Required experience: - Experience or training related to water treatment operations, utilities, industrial processes, or a related field - Experience working in industrial or plant environments with exposure to hazardous conditions - Experience in performing custodial, maintenance and preventive maintenance duties necessary for normal plant operations. - Perform physical work, including lifting up to 60 pounds and performing staff rescue when required. Required skills: - Ability to perform work requiring manual dexterity and physical effort - Ability to adapt to varied working conditions and shift schedules - General knowledge of water treatment processes and equipment - Ability to understand and apply operating techniques and procedures - Ability to monitor systems, identify problems, and determine appropriate corrective actions - Ability to respond promptly and effectively to emergencies and hazardous situations - Ability to collect, assemble, and analyze data and prepare clear, concise reports - Ability to use computers, tablets, and smart phones for data entry and documentation - Ability to read, comprehend, and apply technical manuals, instructions, and equipment literature - Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations, including algebraic formulas - Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions - Ability to maintain accurate records related to plant operations and maintenance - Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators (SCBA) - Ability to pass a respiratory fit test - Knowledge of workplace safety principles and practices. Training is provided during orientation with a review on an annual basis. Required Education & Training: - High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) - Water treatment coursework or related education preferred - A combination of skills, education and experience providing an equivalent background and a demonstrated ability to perform the duties and achieve certification of a water treatment facility operator - Ability to pass the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Water Operator Certification Examination for the appropriate class and subclasses within 30 months following successful completion of the probationary…