<p>We have an opening in our Pump Stations department for an Lead Treatment & Distribution Operator. We are passionate about the environment while delivering life sustaining, high quality water service to families and communities. We embrace progress, provide training & development to inspire success in every aspect of our business and culture. In addition, we provide a competitive benefits package and 401(K).</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Note: This role may be filled at an 'interim' level with the opportunity for full placement if the selected candidate does not yet meet the minimum qualifications.</p> <p>The Lead Treatment & Distribution Operator is responsible for the oversight of the daily operations of the sources of supply, treatment stations, pump stations, dams, pressure reducing valves, storage tanks, and watershed/reservoir security and maintenance. Maintains and adjusts the operational set points including pressures, tank levels, system flow capacities, and chemical feed rates and alarms as needed. Reviews and interprets system water production, charts, system trends, and sources of supply reports.</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all owned and operated wells, filter plants, storage tanks, booster stations, and treatment facilities. Assigns daily work to the Water Operators. </li><li>Attends stations, handles chemicals, conducts maintenance, takes water samples, and performs standby. </li><li>Troubleshoots all problems associated with water treatment and pumping. Provides guidance to other operators. </li><li>Coordinates with outside contracts and other departments for projects and improvements. Attends classes and training for continuing education credits to maintain license. </li><li>Determines system changes, anticipates periods of high demand, and adjusts the stations settings as necessary. Must be aware of SCADA and alarm set points. </li><li>Performs clerical duties and keeps an inventory of chemicals, parts, and supplies. Creates work orders for owned and contracted stations. </li><li>Responsible for the compliance sampling for all owned systems, assigning samples, and coordinating with labs for sample pick up. </li><li>Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>In addition to those expectations outlined for a Treatment & Distribution Operator 3:</p> <ul> <li>Successfully leads a team, gains cooperation from others, communicates with, and directs the work of others </li><li>Leads the day-to-day operations of relevant treatment and distribution assets, ensuring compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act </li><li>Holds highest level required (region specific) State of Connecticut Water Treatment and Distribution operator's license </li><li>Performs administrative functions including budgeting, time reporting, and state and federal compliance reporting </li></ul> <p>Primary Work Location</p> <p>93 West Main Street</p> <p>Clinton, Connecticut, 06413</p> <p>United States</p> <p>Work Environment and Physical Demands Code</p> <p>B - Blend</p> <p>EEO Statement</p> <p>Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.</p>