Water Treatment Plant Operator

Job Description

Water Treatment Plant Operator

• Responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the surface water and groundwater treatment plants.
• Operator maintains appropriate local, state and federal report forms in accordance with rules and statutes.
• They acquire water samples and conduct test procedures, as required, as well as, monitor and adjust control apparatus in accordance with appropriate procedures.
• Constant inspection of plant equipment and machinery is necessary so the operator can adjust as needed and perform necessary cleaning or maintenance tasks.
• Ability to keep detailed records of tests and graph recording consumption is necessary.
• Operator fills towers, backwashes, filters and controls the rate of water flow to and from treatment plants, as required by appropriate procedure.
• The operator is responsible for responding to emergency calls and operates emergency generators at plants and pumping stations.
• Must have the ability to investigate customer calls regarding water related problems
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of water treatment systems and operations equivalent to completion of a high school diploma along with advanced courses from a two-year college or technical school, and one to three years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current State of New Hampshire Water Works Operator Certification - Treatment Grade I with the ability to acquire a Grade II certification within 1 year. Valid NH Driver’s License required.