Water Plant Operator I Jefferson Water and Sewer District - 2.0 Blacklick, OH Job Details Full-time $24.30 - $35.04 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Military leave Paid time off Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Laboratory experience High school diploma or GED Water treatment equipment operation Performing background checks Mechanical knowledge EPA Certification Full Job Description Jefferson Water and Sewer District (JWSD) is seeking a Water Plant Operator I to complement our Operations Department. JWSD provides water and sanitary sewer services to more than 4,000 customers located within Jefferson Township, Ohio and performs water and sanitary sewer utility services for new developments, system improvements, and utility extensions within the District service area. The Water Plant Operator I is responsible for monitoring, operating, and controlling water treatment/processing equipment within the water treatment plant. An Operator I administers, operates, and monitors the mechanical and analytical systems pertinent to water treatment and control at the water treatment plant. Also monitors and performs water sampling at system entry to the water plant and within the distribution system and performs laboratory testing of water samples for compliance, adjusts water treatment chemical levels to meet treatment goals and regulatory requirements, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. This position is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position that has working hours Monday-Friday between 7:30am-4:00pm. Occasional weekend hours are necessary and participation in an emergency on-call rotation is required.

Qualifications:

The qualified candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience in a Class I water treatment plant, possess an Ohio EPA Class I Water Supply Professional Operator certification, and have general knowledge of the ion-exchange water treatment processes. Candidate must also possess an Ohio EPA Laboratory "Certified" certification or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of employment. JWSD is a drug-free workplace and qualified candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, law enforcement background check, and Bureau of Motor Vehicle check. To apply for the position, please visit the JWSD Careers Page at www.jwsd.org/careers and complete an employment application for the Operator II. This position will remain open until filled.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.30 - $35.04 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person