Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within their eight-state footprint. The company is committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, and a superior customer experience. An opening exists for a Facility Operator I in the Kennet Square, PA location.
Requirements
- Monitor Operations of all wastewater and water facilities, conduct testing and analysis required for proper operation and reporting for the facilities in compliance with regulatory permits.
- Make and implement recommendations regarding process changes and facility adjustments to improve operational performance.
- Monitor collection system performance and pump stations, make recommendations on improvements and upgrades as needed.
- Be knowledgeable of maintenance work related to mechanical equipment and minor electrical equipment associated with wastewater treatment plants and pump stations.
- Perform plumbing and piping work with all types of materials including PVC, PE, copper, steel, and cast iron.
- Operate and perform routine preventative maintenance of equipment; i.e. pumps, generators, compressors, jackhammers, tampers and other equipment as required.
- Coordinate all chemicals, fuel, parts and supplies necessary for proper operation of the facilities.
- Record on plant logs, spreadsheets, and electronically all required test results, measurements, equipment readings, and observations as specified and required by permits, standard operating procedures, and as directed by the Supervisor.
- Assist with on-call responsibilities during the work week and weekends, including answering alarm calls and reporting to the facility as necessary to diagnose and address the cause of the alarms Monday through Sunday.
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
- Career growth opportunities
