Waste Water Operator II

Amentum is seeking an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator II to join our team in Mossville, IL! 

• Typical work schedule is 7:00a.m. to 3:30p.m; hours may vary based on business demand (including weekends)

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, operation, adjustment, and cleaning of process treatment equipment, lab testing of waste streams, general maintenance, safe handling and transfer of chemicals and waste streams, and general housekeeping. 

Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains industrial wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Follows procedures regarding cleaning, equipment uses, maintenance, calibration, and safe handling of chemicals.
• Collects samples and conducts the in-plant tests necessary to control and monitor treatment facility processes and operation
• Performs in-plant operational control tests and process calculations, using various analytical instruments and mathematical calculations.
• Records in-plant test results, various meter readings, gauge reading, flow quantities and other technical data.
• Performs in-plant maintenance according to the schedules and procedures established for the facilities to which assigned. This includes cleaning, servicing, lubricating, and repairing pumps, chemical feed equipment, electrical/ mechanical devices regularly found in water, wastewater, and industrial wastewater treatment facilities.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Understands company policies and enforces safety regulations.
• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout procedures and wearing PPE as required.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, good comprehensive and analytical skills, and excellent organizational skills.
• Maintains a strict schedule in order to be successful in the assignment yet demonstrates flexibility in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer. 
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• Two years of experience as a Wastewater Treatment Operator in water / wastewater treatment or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred but not required.
• Qualified candidates who are offered a position must be able to schedule testing for the Illinois Class K Operators License within 6 months of hire.

Additional Information:

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position may require a valid Driver’s License.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
• Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
• Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.  
• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to piping color-coding.
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
   

Special Requirements:

• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.
• Ability to obtain IL Class K Operators License within 6 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and certification in water/wastewater systems.
• Experience with computer control systems.
• Knowledge of water/wastewater systems maintenance. 
• Ability to work proficiently on a PC performing e-mail functions, documentation, and reporting using MS Office programs
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment, including applying proper safety practices and following procedures while performing maintenance tasks.
• Experience with Clarification and Dissolved Air Floatation.
• Knowledge of sanitary treatment processes, including Lagoons and Activated Sludge.
• Experience with a Scadaware Process Control Program.

Other Attributes:

• Must be willing to work overtime when required.  May be required to work holidays and weekends. 
• Work schedules can change based on critical business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.