Lead Plant Operator - Wastewater - 105758

　　DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:Primary RoleOperates and maintains water/wastewater purification systems to optimize operations and ensure regulatory compliance of plant. Performs maintenance of equipment, quality control/testing and related day to day activities. Is fully qualified to perform the most complex functions and lead the work of others.

　　Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM with a weekend rotation every third week

　　Essential Functions* Monitor treatment plant functions by reading gauges, graphs, meters, and control panels. Establish, maintain, and control flow through the treatment process and within the distribution/collection system. Assist with pressure flow studies, collect recorder.* Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment including preventative maintenance duties. Order/obtain needed parts and supplies for operations.* Assist and guide personnel in operations and maintenance of facilities and equipment.* Perform water quality sampling, testing and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state and company regulations.* Implement security measures at sites. Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for conformance to safety standards and security requirements.

　　Knowledge & Competencies* Knowledge of lab duties for water/wastewater facilities including: OBD's, phosphates, total solids, total suspended solids, pH, ammonia, nitrates, chlorine residual, fluoride, fecal coliform, bacti's, and temperature.* Knowledge of pumps and control panels.* Thorough knowledge of the layout, location and equipment characteristics of water/wastewaters systems and of the treatment plants.* Knowledge of the regulatory and legal environment of modern water and wastewater systems and water and wastewater treatment, including environmental law and contract law as applicable.* Must have broad knowledge of MS Office products, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint* Must understand the working principle behind a computerized maintenance management program.

　　Experience/Education* High school diploma or equivalent.* College course work in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering preferred.* 5+ years' experience and progressive responsibility in the field of water treatment and distribution.

　　Certifications & Licenses* Valid driver license.* Wastewater Treatment Class A, E and sub class 1,2,3,4 licenses required.

　　Work Environment* Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.* May be required to work in buildings, in pits, on scaffoldings or in confined spaces.* May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, slippery surfaces, water/wastewater hazards and electrical equipment.* Must be able to perform essential functions and meet the physical requirements for the position including:* Able to stand, walk, climb stairs, or sit for long periods of time* Able to wear SCBA and perform job functions in a hazardous environment* Must be capable of traveling within service area.

　　American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.