Water Operator II, Iii, Or IV

Job Description Job Description All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs. Salary ranges:

Water Operator II: $27.41 - $39.75 per hour Water Operator III: $29.19 - $42.33 per hour Water Operator IV: $31.09 - $46.64 per hour Water Operator II: Under general supervision, operates groundwater systems and wells, and assists in the operations of a surface water treatment plant and distribution system in accordance with all state and federal regulations. Requires shift work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Requires a High school Diploma or equivalent. Must have the ability to read and write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.

Must possess basic mechanical skills to perform equipment checks, preventive maintenance, and instrument calibration. Must possess the ability to operate a variety of equipment used in water systems. Requires computer experience in Excel, Word, and the ability to learn software used by BJWSA.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess S.C. Class C Water Treatment License.

Must pass SC Class B Water Treatment exam within one (1) year of start. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Water Operator III:

Under limited supervision, operates the Surface Water Treatment plant(s), ground water systems, and Aquifer and Storage and Recovery systems in accordance with applicable SCDHEC regulations. Performs a variety of duties involving treatment plant operations, distribution systems operations using SCADA, instrumentation calibration, equipment monitoring and preventative maintenance, and administrative tasks.

Designated when necessary as Lead Operator and acts independently and autonomously during shift by performing higher degree of treatment functions.

Requires shift work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years’ experience as a water treatment plant operator.

Must have the ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.

Must have the ability to operate a variety of equipment and instruments used in plant operations.

Must possess basic mechanic skills to perform equipment checks and preventative maintenance and complete instrument calibration.

Requires computer experience in Excel, Word and the ability to learn software used by BJWSA. Must possess or obtain training in confined space entry, work zone safety, HAZMAT safety, first aid/CPR, and forklift operations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess S.C. Class “B” Surface Water Plant Operator Certification. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Water Operator IV: Under limited supervision, operates a Surface Water Treatment plant, ground water systems, and Aquifer Storage and Recovery systems in accordance with applicable SCDHEC regulations. Performs a variety of duties involving treatment plant operations, distribution systems operations using SCADA, instrumentation calibration, equipment monitoring and preventative maintenance, and administrative tasks.

Designated when necessary as Lead Operator and acts independently and autonomously during shift by performing higher degree of treatment functions.

Requires shift work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years’ experience as an operator of a public water treatment facility. Must have the ability to read and write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.

Must have the ability to operate a variety of equipment and instruments used in plant operations.

Must possess basic mechanic skills to perform equipment checks and preventative maintenance and complete instrument calibration.

Requires computer experience in Excel, Word and the ability to learn software used by BJWSA. Must possess or obtain training in confined space entry, work zone safety, HAZMAT safety, first aid/CPR and forklift operations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a S.C. Class “A” Surface Water Treatment Plant Operator License and a valid driver's license. All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.