Lead Water-Wastewater Treatment Operator
Company: Corix
Location: Sumter
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Department Operations FLSA Status Non-Exempt Supervisor's Title
Area Manager, or as assigned. Who we are Our Purpose is to help
people enjoy a better life and communities thrive. Corix has been
building, operating, and maintaining water, wastewater, electric,
gas and sustainable energy utility infrastructure for many years
across Canada and the U.S. Our vision is to be the preferred
utility delivering co-created solutions our customers want.
Throughout our history, we have helped communities to grow and
thrive by implementing safe and efficient infrastructure solutions
that meet their unique needs. At Corix our values are safety,
integrity, excellence, and connection. The Corix team has an
opportunity for a Lead Water-Wastewater Treatment Operator based in
Sumter, SC. This role is under limited supervision, performs
routine tasks related to the operation of a water/wastewater
treatment facility. Responsible for maintaining plant compliance
with EPA standards and state water Commission. Assists with
training of other personnel and leading work crews. Demonstrates
continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times,
streamline work processes and works cooperatively to provide
quality seamless utility service. Works with AM and RM to ensure
continuity of processes, goals and vision of UI. What you'll do
Oversee the operation and maintenance of water/wastewater treatment
equipment, ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental
protection limits. Oversee the organization and delegation of team
tasks. Develop and maintains operational records and prepares
reports in compliance with regulatory standards. Oversee sampling
and testing systems, and the functionality of pumps, conveyors,
blowers and other equipment. Installs and repairs pumps, motors,
valves and piping; diagnoses, repairs and clarifies aeration
equipment, ion exchange bins, filtration equipment and other major
apparatuses. Monitor and samples well and groundwater upon entry to
the system. Adjusts treatment levels when non-standard variances
are detected. Samples water prior to exiting system. Detect and
reports atypical conditions, such as: identifying damaged,
malfunctioning and tampered meters, detecting and reporting leaks,
high/low consumption, exposed wiring and other safety hazards.
Clean and maintains treatment plant, pumping stations and wells.
Conducts ongoing repairs to equipment, or shuts down equipment for
more extensive maintenance and repair, activating alternate
equipment as needed. Requests services of outside maintenance
vendor for major repairs and overhauls. Activates pumps, valves and
other processing equipment to move water through various treatment
processes. Disposes of waste materials removed from water in line
with Company procedures and government controls. Implement
emergency procedures in the event of overflow or spill of chemicals
or unpurified water. Follows safety protocol and notifies local
emergency responders. Add chemicals to water by predetermined
formula. Maintains minimum inventory levels of these materials.
Read and interprets meters and gauges on central control panel, or
at individual machines or stages in the treatment process. Adjust
controls as needed. Retrieve computer reports on treatment process.
Prepare reports and maintains logs on meter readings, tests,
chemical and equipment usage, and all other recordkeeping
requirements; maintains various Company records and other reports
as required by the state. Back-wash filters and basins; handles
chlorine in a safe, effective manner; assures proper working order
of chlorine-related equipment. Ensure regulatory compliance and
adherence to Company policies and standards. Coordinate
construction and excavation involved in system repairs; estimates
required labor and materials; identifies equipment needed for all
projects; orders necessary parts. Maintain a safe working
environment and reports safety concerns to Area Manager. Train
personnel in the areas of laboratory analysis, operations and
maintenance procedures, as well as compliance to Company policies
and procedures. Ensure all operators are equipped with necessary
tools, parts and safety equipment to work effectively. Stay abreast
of Federal, State and local regulations and environmental
guidelines regarding water/wastewater treatment and distribution.
Constant, independent travel daily between worksites on Company
time. Additional Responsibilities May assist with training
personnel on safety procedures. Assist with overseeing and
inspections of local construction projects. Assist with the
development of short and long term plans for operation of
facilities, including contingency plans as well as plant and
equipment removal/replacement. Assist with the design and
construction of extension and improvement projects. Provide on-site
customer communication. Act as liaison between the customers and
customer service. Respond to requests and inquiries from the
general public. Demonstrate continuous effort to improve
operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes,
and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless
utility service. Perform other related duties as assigned. What you
bring Experience Requires a minimum of 5 years progressive
experience working in utility management or the utility industry.
Requires knowledge and experience in the operations, maintenance
and processes of water/wastewater treatment; knowledge of the
controls, instrumentation and mechanical equipment in the utility
industry; knowledge of standard practices, terminology and safety
standards in the utility industry; thorough knowledge of local,
state and Federal water/wastewater regulations; knowledge and
experience with the materials and chemicals used in these treatment
processes. Education and Certification High school Diploma or GED
Holds the minimum licensing to be classified as Operator II with
the ability to attain minimum licensing to be responsible operator
in charge within 1 year of employment Must maintain a valid
driver's license. Nice to Have Currently holds the minimum
licensing in order to be responsible operator in charge per state
regulation preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to
work independently and under limited supervision. Demonstrates
initiative to take on new tasks. Ability to mentor and guide
co-workers to increase skill level, morale and efficiency. Ability
to motivate others in pursuit of Company goals. Ability to
frequently perform moderate to heavy physical demands, including
lifting (75 lbs.), walking (10+ miles daily), climbing and
mechanical repair Ability to read meters, charts and gauges and
accurately maintain records of plant operations. Ability to read
and comprehend written technical information and to communicate
clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to
review, classify, categorize, prioritize and/or analyze data.
Ability to perform mathematical equations to determine chemical
doses required for flow rates and proper treatment. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with the
general public, co-workers and regulatory agencies. Familiarity
with computer applications MS Word, Excel and utilizing tablet and
mobile device; ability to learn internal software programs Ability
to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment,
machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential
functions. Please note: After-hour and weekend on-call support may
be required Some travel may be required within service area Must be
available to work shift work; weekend scheduling may be required
Life at Corix Paid Time Off and Holidays: We offer 18 days of PTO
and 11 paid holidays, Health Benefits: The first day of the month
after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental,
prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's
just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, health savings
and flexible spending accounts and more. 401(k) Program: Employer
contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are
vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start. Technology in
the Workplace: Access to most recent computer applications like
Microsoft Suite, Video Conferencing tools and utilizing tablet,
laptop and/or mobile device Grow at Corix: If you are interested in
further developing your skillset within the role, we offer tuition
reimbursements for any certification/licensing/self-development
that you would like to explore. Employee Resource Groups (ERG):
ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared
characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the
organization. Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include
company provided life insurance, parental leave, Employee
Assistance Program, discounted pet insurance and discounts on
hotels, cars, and more Additional Comments This document describes
typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit
management from assigning other work as desired. Management
maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities at any time. Corix Group of Companies is an
E-Verify participating employer. People Focused and Inclusive
Culture We attract and develop connected, high performing people of
diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their
goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating
an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is
included and able to do their best work and feel as though they
belong. Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible
candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We
thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those
shortlisted will be contacted. EOE Statement We are an equal
employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical
condition), or any other characteristic protected by law. To
perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform essential job functions. BGWC
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