Middlesex Water Company

Water/Wastewater Operator

Water/Wastewater Operator
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LocationMillsboro, DE
Job Typefull time
On-site
Utilities

About This Job


Water/Wastewater Operator


Are we RIGHT for you?

The word RIGHT stands for what we VALUE: Respect, Integrity, Growth, Honesty and Teamwork.


Why join our team?

Tidewater Utilities, Inc. has been Delaware’s premiere water company since 1964. We have created a work environment that promotes professional development and finding your passion. We understand the importance of our services and the individuals who uphold our reputation.

Joining our team means that you have a multitude of benefits that support you in and out of the workplace such as- full medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and more.


To learn more, please visit www.middlesexwater.com/tidewater-utilities.


Job Summary:

The Water/Wastewater Operator reports to the District Senior Operator and District Manager. This position operates company owned and contractually operated water/wastewater treatment facilities and supply plants within the service District(s).


Work Performed:

Maintain and repair water/wastewater treatment plants, pumps, collection systems, and distribution systems.

Operate municipal, industrial water, and wastewater treatment facilities.
Enter process data electronically into company database using field computing equipment.
Review and sign State Monthly and Annual Discharge Monitoring Reports as required by law.
Respond to customer complaints and inquiries for other departments.
Provide field support for billing, meter reading, and collection staff.
Provide labor and support for the Senior Operator.
Perform water / wastewater analysis using field / lab equipment provided
Perform microscopic evaluation of wastewater samples.
Perform preventive maintenance, calibration of chart recorders, analyzers, and programming of VFD’s and PLC’s
Respond to Miss Utility tickets and uses Company GIS to identify emergency locations.
Troubleshoot minor mechanical, piping, electrical, and electronic systems/controls.
Evaluate problems and implement process adjustments to biological, chemical, and physical processes.
Take bacteriological samples as assigned by Senior Operator or District Manager.
Monitor system processes using SCADA.
Lifts chemical which are approximately 50 pounds.
May be required to work and be licensed in multiple states.
Must adhere to Company and customer safety policies/ procedures and use of appropriate PPE.
Shall be required to be on-call and/or work weekends and shifts as scheduled.


Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Good reading and writing skills.
Ability to comprehend and work with numerical data.
Able to perform basic Algebra.
Good overall mechanical skills.
Ability to analyze and interpret data.
Familiar with MS Word and MS Excel.
Able to use basic hand tools.
Able to use electrical Multi-meter.
Must possess Delaware Base Level Drinking Water License
Must possess a Delaware Level II Wastewater License to perform Multi-plant operations or be able to obtain within one year.
Must also obtain all treatment endorsements applicable to the District assigned.


Physical Requirements:

Must be able to pass Ishihara Test.
Work extended hours in inclement weather.
Lift and carry 50 pounds.


American With Disabilities Act:

Climbing Ability
Visual Acuity
Manual Dexterity
Heavy Lifting
Normal Hearing
Walking Ability
Must Be Able To Smell

Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States.

Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, pre-employment physical, background check, and have a valid driver’s license.

You can submit your resume and salary requirements by: e-mail to HRDE@middlesexwater.com by fax to 302-734-9296 or by mail to HR Manager, Middlesex Water Company, 1100 S Little Creek Road, Dover, DE 19901.

No phone calls please. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for the position, or are currently employed by Middlesex Water Company will be contacted.

Middlesex Water Company and its' subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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