Water/Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator

Facility Operator Are you looking for a fantastic career at Aqua? We have a great opportunity for a Facility Operator in the Granbury, TX (and 30 minutes surrounding) area!This role is under the direction of the Field Supervisor and will perform a variety of activities to support the operation of water production facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, booster stations, distribution system, and the wastewater collection system.Essential Duties:Maintains equipment at the assigned water production facilities and booster stations.Operates and maintains distribution systems including mains, valves, hydrants and service lines.Maintains equipment at the wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations.Operates and maintains sewer collection systems including collections mains and pump stations.Troubleshoots and repairs service piping and other related equipment.Performs routine water quality analysis in accordance with established processes and procedures.Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards.Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality meets standards. Calculates various ratios and dosages.Completes customer service work orders, updates and maintains appropriate system documentation of activities and closes work orders in accordance with department policies and procedures.Performs all tasks safely, professionally and in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws, rules and guidelines.Assists with other tasks or projects as assignedTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function(s).Qualifications:High school diploma or GED.A valid U.S. Driver's License.Minimum license requirement of C Well or Grade I for FO1, Must meet dual licensing requirements and have either a B Well or a Grade II for FO2, or Must meet dual licensing requirements of at least a B Well and Grade II plus have an A Well or Grade III for FO3.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Familiarity with computers / tablets and the basic operation of database, spreadsheet and word processing programs preferredAbility to read, understand and accurately follow operating instructions both written and verbalMathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment PlantsExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in writingFamiliarity with and understanding of the need to prevent wastewater pollution of area watersUnderstand and maintain plan processes through computer-controlled equipmentA team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environmentWorking Conditions/Physical Demands:May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and/or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions.Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents.Must be available to be on-call nights and on weekends to adequately staff a 24 hour/7day operationThe physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Utilities, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.