Inframark is growing!
ESG Operations, an Inframark Company, is currently seeking a Water Operator to join our newest team in Auburn, GA. We are looking for candidates with relevant experience, and a valid Georgia Water Operator's license - minimum Class III.
This position is responsible for the basic cleaning, painting, scrubbing of weirs and basins, minor maintenance tasks, and grounds maintenance of water plants and well stations.
Responsibilities:
Operates water pumping mechanisms to regulate flow and pressure of water during assigned shifts to include:Operates pumps, valves, turbines and electric motors to transfer, distribute and regulate pressure flow of raw and processed waterMonitors panel boards and adjusts controls to regulate flow and distribution of waterCleans systems by backwashing at designated intervalsRecords reservoir water elevation, power consumption and equipment utilization data at designated intervalsConducts water treatment activities to include add appropriate amounts of chemicals to raw water to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water at regular intervals; regulates flow of pre-treated water through sedimentation and filter devices; adds appropriate amounts of chemicals into water for post treatment and operates agitators; records chemical composition of raw and treated water at designated intervalsMaintains, cleans and stocks materials on trucks and equipment. Housekeeping duties to include cutting grass, cleaning tanks, sweeping & mopping floors, cleaning equipment and various other duties to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the facilityCalibrates all meters that will be used through the course of the shiftCollects samples and performs various tests such as pH, D.O., and CL2 residual; analyzes results and makes process control changes based on these lab results and instruction from their immediate supervisorDocuments readings, test results, equipment adjustments and enters data into a computer database for record maintenance and to produce periodic and special reportsMonitors and observes treatment process for offensive matter; inspects equipment and monitors operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect problemsTransfers various chemicals from one container to the other. Makes chemical feed adjustments as necessaryChanges chlorine cylinders and checks for leaks. Adjusts feed rate as required. Transports, handles and mixes chemicals manually as required.Operates plant machines and equipment and injects chemicals to purify waterConducts laboratory tests of water and monitors plant controlsAdjusts valves and gates and maintains well pump stationsAttends safety classes, reinforces and complies with company safety policies
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED; college degree in biology, chemistry, or environmental scienceMust have a valid GA driver’s licenseValid Georgia Water Operator License preferred or ability to obtain required certification as a Georgia Water Treatment Plant Operator within 12 months of hire date
Schedule:
12-hour shift, weekends and holidays may be required
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous benefits and bonus plan. Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
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