Title: Water Plant Operator Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA, US, 18702 Type: Fulltime Salary: $Market Requirements Minimum Qualifications Job Knowledge · Knowledge of water purification processes, basic scientific concepts, water quality standards and regulations. · Working knowledge of basic mechanical and automated control systems. · Ability to obtain Waterworks Operators Certificate (Plant Specific) within one to three years, depending on class. · Must adhere to company policies regarding mandatory shift coverage when required. Skills & Abilities · Communicate in an effective manner, both oral and written, with the general public and company personnel. Read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc. · Mathematical skills sufficient to be able to calculate dosages, surface areas, volumes, weights, measures and algebraic formulas. · Mechanical ability sufficient to operate pumps, valves, motors and other mechanical equipment related to plant operation and maintenance. · Must cope with environmental conditions including contact with water, chemicals, fumes, odors and dust as a result of working with and handling potentially hazardous water treatment and laboratory chemicals. Minimum exposure to inclement weather mostly of short duration. · Must be able to comply with continuing education requirements as needed for Operator certification renewal. Physical Requirements · Physical fitness- capable of lifting and/or carrying 50 lbs. or more on a frequent basis. Walking up and down stairs. Working in confined areas. Ability to wear a respirator. · Ability to comply with the Company's attendance policies. · Ability to respond to 24 / 7 callout. Educational Qualifications · High School graduate or state recognized education equivalency certificate. Technical college coursework and / or degree in chemistry, environmental sciences, civil or environmental engineering is preferred. · Successful Completion of the following correspondence course; "Volume 1 - Water Treatment Plant Operation", offered by University of California at Sacramento. Preferred Qualifications Job Knowledge · Waterworks Operator's Certification in appropriate class is desirable. Skills & Abilities · Experience with technically advanced computer control systems (SCADA) and advanced coagulant control using zeta meter is preferred. Experience · Previous employment in water treatment, hydrology or related environmental science, civil or environmental engineering, or analytical experience, is preferred. Additional Information Licenses/Certification · Pennsylvania Class A Water Treatment License preferred or ability to obtain within 3-years. · An active, state driver's license required and ability to pass motor vehicle background check. Shift/Schedule: · 24/7 operation · Weekly rotation swing shift that includes weekend and holidays. Benefits If Interested please send your updated resume to : rehana.j@two95intl.comand include your rate/Salary requirement along with your contact details with a suitable time when we can reach you. If you know of anyone in your sphere of contacts, who would be a perfect match for this job then, we would appreciate if you can forward this posting to them with a copy to us. We look forward to hearing from you at the earliest