JOB SUMMARY:

Are you looking for a fantastic career at Aqua? We have a great opportunity for a Facility Operator to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our Kernersville, NC facility! In this role, you will operate water and wastewater treatment processes & facilities; this involves controlling the variations of flow rates & processing methods as well as performing necessary maintenance & repairs on the plant's distribution systems, pumps, and booster stations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform scheduled plant inspections; this may involve serving as Operator in Responsible Charge of assigned systems.
• Monitor gauges, meters, control panels, and controls variations / operating conditions of the treatment process; this involves recording meter & gauge readings.
• Maintain all records pertaining to production, maintenance, and treatment (as required); this includes reading charts, flow meters, and gauges to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Collect samples and perform necessary chemical analysis (in accordance with system sampling requirements).
• Extract samples and perform routine laboratory tests; this involves documenting and certifying test results.
• Responsible for addressing service orders pertaining to customer service, water distribution, and/or collections system calls.
• Perform other duties or special projects, as requested (related to your area of responsibility).
• Must be available to work overtime as well as with "on-call" responsibilities, as scheduled.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school Diploma (or GED equivalent).
• 2 years of professional experience working with industrial mechanical systems is preferred.
• Experience working in a Utility environment, especially with Water and/or Waste Water treatment, is preferred.
• C Well Water License or Grade I Waste Water License is preferred.
• A valid U.S. Driver's License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills; this person must be able to communicate effectively (i.e.: clearly, concisely, and professionally) with internal customers.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work well under-pressure.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Player demeanor with the ability to work effectively in a team-fostered multi-tasking environment.

CAREER PROGRESSION:

• FO Trainee - Will be required to get either a C Well or Grade I waste water license within 18 months of employment.
• FO I - Minimum license requirement of C Well or Grade I.
• FO II - Must meet dual licensing requirements and have either a B Well or a Grade II.
• FO III - Must meet dual licensing requirements of at least a B Well and Grade II plus have an A Well or Grade III.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet (and/or humid) conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases, and /or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents.

Company vehicle will be provided for business purposes.