Plant Operator

Position Purpose: This position operates and maintains water production and water quality for public consumption in Bloomsburg, Nuremberg, Mahoning Township, Wonderview, and the Columbia County Industrial Park. Ensures pumping combinations are conducted in the most economical manner. Observes treatment conditions and regulates chemical dosing. Monitors booster stations and storage facilities. Performs preventative and reactive maintenance of all production equipment.This position also maintains wastewater lift stations in Mahoning Township and the wastewater treatment plants at the Columbia County Industrial Park and Wonderview. This position will perform preventative and reactive maintenance of all wastewater equipment.Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Conducting routine water testing and recording test results; ensuring quality of treated water meets federal and local regulations and company standards.Monitoring all charts, gauges, and other operating equipment at treatment plant(s) or within distribution system(s), utilizing SCADA.Calculating the chemical feed rate required, calibrating feed equipment, and adjusting feed rate per lab tests or supervisor’s instructions.Preparing and submitting routine state and regulatory reports for review.Analyzing system parameters and determining when additional help is required.Maintain appropriate chemical inventory levels.Responding to emergency calls from the SCADA system.Complete routine maintenance chores and housekeeping as required.