Description
Water Operator in Training
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Job Number: 198045
Pay Rate: $21.27 / hour
Employment Type: Temp to Hire; Full time
Hours: Monday – Friday; 7am – 3:30pm
Need: 1
Job Description
HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3rd party submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.
Qualifications:
OPERATOR IN TRAINING II - Water Production
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Water level I issued by NMED(Required)
- Minimum of one year water experience (Required)
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operations of engines, pumps, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; basic biological and chemical principles
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be provided. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.
Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to work on equipment, have vision su icient to read blueprints; have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, climb and work o of a ladder or sca old; use arms and back to tighten and loosen nuts and bolts; work in confined spaces and wear and use appropriate safety equipment.
Responsibilities:
General Statement:
Performs a variety of unskilled and routine maintenance tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant on an assigned shift; learns and gains skills in a variety of equipment maintenance, servicing, and operating tasks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs any combination of tasks pertinent to controlling operation of plants and pumping stations as directed
- Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water, sludge, and e luent under direction of Operator, Operator I, Operator II, Lead Operator or Lead Operator II
- Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels
- Observes and reports abnormalities to Lead Operator or Lead Operator II
- Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control; starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes under direction of Operator, Operator I, Operator II, Lead Operator or Lead Operator II
- Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings
- Takes samples and performs process control laboratory tests and analyses
- Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties
- Must be fit and able to work overtime
- Works safely and adheres to established safety procedures
- Follows written and oral instructions
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Company information
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
