Job Title: Operator Technician I
Employment Status: Full time (6-month probation period)
40 hours per week, or additional hours as needed
4/10 Work Schedule
Salary Wage: $28.00 - $35.00 (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)
Benefits (after 90 days of continuous full-time employment):
Health Benefits Package (medical/ dental/ vision)
· Life Insurance Policy for Employee ($25,000.00 value)
· Retirement Plan option (Employer matches employee contributions up to 3% of Annual Salary)
· Paid Holidays – 6 per Year
· Sick Pay; 40 hours per year
· Paid Vacation (accrual based)
o 1-2 years continuous F/T employment = 5 days paid vacation
o 3 to 9 years continuous F/T employment = 10 days paid vacation
o 10 + years continuous F/T employment = 15 days paid vacation
Job Description:
Quality Service Inc. is in the Central California Valley and has been in business for over 25 years. Our primary focuses are in the water and wastewater industries. We are seeking an individual for the position of Operator Technician I. This individual must possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a shift, lead or Chief plant operator of a water and wastewater systems. A strong background in various operational scenarios developing a strong skill set and range of knowledge to handle all types of situations. The ideal candidate should possess at minimum a grade 1 in at least two of the following wastewater treatment, water treatment, water distribution or cross-connection specialist. It would also be beneficial for this candidate to also have some base knowledge or understanding of electrical (all applications AC, DC, 3 phase, 1 phase, controls, switches, PLC’s, HMI, etc.), mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatic, valves, and piping. This is a field position working in all weather conditions and different environments, working independently and with other team members, clients, regulators and contractors. Professional presentation at all times is required. Knowledge of safety procedures and implementation of safety programs is required. It is essential to clearly and precisely communicate in all forms (verbal, written, e-mails, notes, etc.), maintain accurate records and work logs.
Desirable Licenses or Certificates:
- Valid California class C driver’s license that is approved by our insurance provider
- Wastewater Treatment Certification grade 1
- Water Treatment Certification grade 1
- Water Distribution Certification grade 1
- Backflow and or Cross-Connection Specialist
- Safety Related Courses
Required Education and Experience Guidelines-
- High School Diploma or GED
- Two years’ experience as an operator at an equivalent grade facility.
- College degree or technical courses completed in maintenance or related field (desirable)
Desirable Range of Knowledge
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator –
- Operating at a facility as a shift, lead or Chief operator of your certification level activated sludge or equivalent experience highly desirable
- Water Treatment Plant Operator –
- Operating at a facility as a shift, lead or Chief operator of your certification level. Surface water treatment experience desirable
- Water Distribution Operator –
- Operating at a facility as a shift, lead or Chief operator of your certification level. Experience with multiple pressure zones, booster pumps, repairs, maintenance, meters, sampling and more
- Sewer Collection System –
- Operating gravity systems, pressure systems, lift stations, understanding of collection system maintenance
- Cross-Connection and Backflow –
- Certification and/ or knowledge of cross-connections and backflow devices
- Analytical sampling –
- Having an understanding, knowledge and experience on how to collect, preserve and transport analytical samples along with filling out chains of custody.
- Mechanical Knowledge -
- ability to understand a working knowledge of equipment such as pumps, engines, turbines, electric motors, bearings, couplers, belts, chains, gear boxes, chemical injection systems, analyzers, samplers and more
- Electrical Knowledge –
- AC and DC voltage, high voltage, low voltage, motor control centers, sensors, switches, capacitors, motors, VFD’s, PLC’s, SCADA and more
- SCADA/ PLCs -
- Understanding and basic knowledge on how to use and monitor SCADA and PLC’s, HMI interfaces and controls
- Hydraulic Knowledge –
- ability to understand and working knowledge of hydraulic circuits, filters, fluids, fittings, seals, hoses, tubing, pumps, pulleys, chains, belts, valves, and more
- Pneumatic Knowledge –
- ability to understand and working knowledge of air compressors, blowers, cylinders, valves, filters, regulators and actuators, gauges, roto-meters and more
- Well System Knowledge –
- Pumps submersible and turbine, wells, tanks, controls, valves, sizing, tanks
- Pump System Knowledge -
- Working and understanding of centrifugal, diaphragm, piston, gear, peristaltic, lobe pumps, shafts, seals, bearing and more
- Plans, P&ID, Drawings and Schematics
- The ability to review, interpret and understand
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
Job Duties (Include but Are Not Limited to the Following):
· Review and understand permit conditions, WDR (waste discharge requirements), operation plans, violations and other forms of system operational information.
· Review work orders, upcoming jobs & projects and schedule to prepare for proficiency and efficiency in all projects and jobs in advance
· Work with other staff members, subs, regulators, clients and others in a professional manner, communicate and represent company in a professional manner
· Maintain accurate and detailed records
· Ability to perform desired range of knowledge noted above in troubleshooting, repairing equipment
· Ability to work around heavy equipment in a safe manner
· Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
· Ability to drive for multiple hours or long distances in a workday
· Communicate problems or concerns with supervisor, management or administrative staff
· Ability to provide and maintain a safe work practice for all staff members
· Manage deadlines; update and chase delegated tasks to ensure progress to deadlines and achieve compliance
· Data entry (various)
· Respond to after-hour emergencies
Physical Demands and Working Environment – the conditions listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment, with travel from site to site; exposure to noise, potentially hazardous chemicals, and heavy equipment. May be required to work weekends, or respond to emergency calls
- Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in outdoor settings; stand or sit for prolonged periods of time, to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to climb ladders, stairs, ramps; to lift, carry, push, and or pull moderate amounts of weight; and to verbally communicate to exchange information
- Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction
- Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction
Communication
- Professional correspondence/ communication with staff, management, clients, regulatory agencies, vendors, sub-contractors
- Handle written and verbal instruction from others
- Maintain work orders, job notes and timecards using handwritten and or electrotonic devices
Professionalism and Confidentiality
- Perform to earn bosses’ full confidence
- Assure discreet handling of all business
- Always use utmost professionalism when conducting business with staff, clients and regulatory agencies
For Employment Consideration Submit the Following:
- Complete QSI Application, with list of references
- Resume with all applicable experience listed
- Copy of current DMV driving record print-out
Quality Service Inc. is a family owned and operated business which has been providing services to Central Valley for more than 25 years. Our company has a respected reputation with clients, regulators and other professionals working in the same industry. We strive to provide the most effective and professional services for our clients. QSI strives to be on the cutting edge of technology and pushes to achieve the highest levels of expertise along with balancing full workloads. We require a professional attitude, strong work ethics, and excellent communication and organizational skills from all staff members. In return we offer fair wages, and benefit packages
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
