Treatment & Distribution Operator 1 - Connecticut Water Service : Job Details

We have an opening in our Pump Stations department for a Treatment & Distribution Operator 1.We are passionate about the environment while delivering life sustaining, high quality water service to families and communities.We embrace progress, provide training & development to inspire success in every aspect of our business and culture.In addition, we provide a competitive benefits package and 401(K). Job Description The Treatment & Distribution Operator 1 is responsible for providing excellent customer service by maintaining and operating all of the systems wells, pump stations, tanks, treatment stations, and operating valves including systems operated under contract in their assigned area. They will also ensure the delivery of high quality water by inspecting, testing, adjusting, and repairing pumps, meters, gauges, control valves, generators, chemical feeders, filters, recorders, and other related equipment.This also includes watershed inspections and the performance of compliance tests on backflow device equipment as needed.

• Operates and maintains operating systems.Reports deficiencies to lead or supervisor so appropriate action can be taken.Corrects deficiencies with minimal assistance.Assists other departments and other operators as needed.Changes production meters.
• Performs preventive/corrective maintenance as required on chemical systems, pumps, operating valves, buildings, and storage tanks.Orders and procures parts for owned and contracted systems.
• Adjusts chemical feeders to maintain proper dosage rates.
• Calibrates and standardizes analyzers and other equipment.
• Calculates dosages, handles chemicals, and records production, chemical use, and compliance data.
• Obtains distribution, source, process, and compliance samples as required.
• Operates and tests emergency pumps and generators as required.
• Inspects and reports on the source protection program.Performs dam inspections and reports reservoir levels.Performs boundary marking.
• The Water Company is committed to providing a safe workplace.
• The position is responsible for learning, following and ensuring compliance with all safety rules. This includes rules and regulations in the Company Safety Manual, OSHA regulations and other state, federal, or governing body's rules and regulations.
• Responsible for participating in weekend, holiday and standby assignments as needed.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualification

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Driver's License required
• Water Treatment Level II certification or ability to work towards certifications within a reasonable timeframe
• Respirator use required
• Must be able to utilize General Office Software
• Must have Mechanical aptitude with pumps, generators, and hydraulics
• Compliance with state and federal regulations required
• Must be able to work independently
• Must have ability to work standby rotation

Compensation Type Hourly Wage Compensation Range Grade 3 - Hourly $ 22.40 - 35.87 Primary Work Location 250 Meadow StreetNaugatuck, Connecticut, 06770United States Work Environment and Physical Demands Code B - Blend EEO StatementOur company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.