Shift Operator (Union)

Greenwich, CT, US, 06830

Aquarion Water Company is the public water supply company for more than 750,000 people in 72 cities and towns throughout Connecticut, as well as serving customers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. It is the largest investor-owned water utility in New England and among the seven largest in the U.S. Based in Bridgeport, CT, it has been in the public water supply business since 1857. Across its operations, Aquarion strives to act as a responsible steward of the environment and to assist the communities it serves in promoting sustainable practices. Aquarion Water Company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eversource.

Job Summary

A job is available in the Southern Division Supply Operations for a Plant Operator. Applicant must be able to work Wednesday through Sunday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM, must be available to work overtime and will be required to work in the stand-by rotation. The duties for this position are split between the Mianus Water Treatment Plant (Wed-Fri) and the Putnam Water Treatment Plant (Sat-Sun).

Principal Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, chemical feed systems and other equipment under general direction of Chief Operator to assure optimum plant performance.

• Collect water samples and perform chemical and physical laboratory testing such as turbidity, pH, and UV254; review and interpret information and data with Chief Operator to ensure water quality and resolve process control issues.

• Monitor and operate treatment plant and distribution facilities PLC-based control and data acquisition system.

• Operate and troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment such as controllers, automatic monitors, recorders, and standby power systems.

• Maintain, operate, and adjust gatehouse valves, screens, grates, reservoirs, and related appurtenance.

• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities on all equipment associated with facility.

• Perform general plant maintenance and housekeeping.

• Operate a diverse assortment of mechanical and electrical tools, including test and calibration equipment, pneumatic tools, cutting, hand, and power tools.

• Ensures all activities are in compliance with company and regulator mandated procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines.

• Must possess a working knowledge and understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems.

Preferred Requirements

• Candidates should have two (2) years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of supply, pumping, and treatment facilities or comparable experience and as a minimum possess a high school diploma.

• Applicant must understand the fundamental and applied knowledge of water treatment processes including coagulation, clarification, filtration, oxidation, and disinfection and the ability to operate our dewatering centrifuge and water treatment plants.

• A CT Class IV water treatment plant operator certification is desired for this position.

Education/Certifications

• Requires CT Motor Vehicle License. A good driving record (DMV check required).

• License & Certifications: Shall obtain a CT Class I Water Treatment Operator Certification within 24 months; then shall obtain a CT Class II Water Treatment Operator Certification within 36 months; then shall obtain a CT Class IV Water Treatment Operator Certification within 60 months. Each license will result in a pay upgrade and eventual eligibility for a standby rotation.

Salary

• Job is classified as an hourly Grade 8, with a rate range that has a training wage of $38.69 per hour, until the chosen applicant obtains a treatment license.

• If the chosen applicant already holds a treatment license, position is posted as a Grade 9 with a training wage of $40.08 per hour.

• Successful applicant will move through Steps 1 through 9 of the range at 6-month intervals with satisfactory performance to the maximum salary.

• Note: Any employee who has applied for and accepted a new position will not be allowed to apply for another position for a period of six months from the date of accepting the new position.

Aquarion Water Company is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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Aquarion Water Company of Connecticut, a subsidiary of Eversource, is the public water supply company for approximately 236,000 customer accounts or more than 750,000 people in 72 cities and towns in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

We are the largest investor-owned water utility in New England and are among the seven largest in the U.S. Across its operations, Aquarion strives to act as a responsible steward of the environment and to assist the communities it serves in promoting sustainable practices.