Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator I/II/III

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our team. As a Water/Wastewater Operator, you will be under direction of the Operations and Maintenance Manager and/or Chief Plant Operator. The core duties for your role will include operating, repairing, and maintaining the District’s water and wastewater treatment facilities, including water treatment and distribution systems and wastewater treatment facilities, reading and interpreting charts and meter readings for analyzing the efficiency of plant operations, maintaining chemical inventory, and performing other related work as required.

Responsibilities:
- Operate SCADA computer equipment to control and monitor flow of water and/or wastewater treatment and processing chemicals through the treatment plant and water distribution system; monitor gauges and meters and record meter readings; maintain shift log.
- Observe variations in operating conditions; interpret computer, meter and gauge readings; check, standardize, and calibrate instruments, analyzers and chemical feed pumps; start and stop electric driven pumps and motors to control and adjust flow and treatment processes.
- Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analysis; determine chemical and physical characteristics.
- Inspect mechanical equipment for proper working order and prepare/submit work orders for mechanic and/or electrical maintenance attention; perform routine maintenance work.
- Participate in the preparation of reports to various external regulatory agencies, as well as internal divisions and departments.
- Maintain records and documentation; respond to customer questions and complaints; assist in oversight and training of less experienced water treatment operators.

Experience:
- Previous experience in water and wastewater treatment or a related field is preferred.
- Knowledge of methods, materials, procedures, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants and facilities.
- Familiarity with distributed control systems.
- Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Water and wastewater treatment methods, principles, and practices.

Join our team as a Water/Wastewater Operator and contribute to the efficient operation of our treatment facility. For full job description or if you are interested in applying, visit the District's website at www.gcsd.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.75 - $41.63 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person