Operator Iii

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.  Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled to skilled work to maintain water wells, chemical feeder equipment, pumps, motors, telemetry sensory equipment, treated water storage facilities, water distribution pipelines and related appurtenances, sanitary sewers for the collection of wastewaters, pumping equipment, and water and wastewater treatment plant equipment and operations. Performs moderate to difficult technical and mechanical work in the operation and maintenance of treatment and conveyance facilities. May provide direction to peers and subordinates in performance of routine day-to-day work activities but does not have supervisory responsibility. Conducts and coordinates all company work related efforts and activities within the rules, regulations and responsibilities of the most current company safety policy and OSHA regulation. The Operator will respond operational emergencies as deemed necessary by his/her supervisor. Assist customers with concerns of water quality, delivery, odors, vector control and treatment. This position also provides technical and/or physical assistance to other operations personnel, contractors and developers and any other duties assigned. Additionally, the operator may be subject to on-call work and subject to shift work that may include nights and weekends.
Accountabilities This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities and the following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.
Wastewater Reclamation:
Aids supervisor in plant operation team tasks by performing daily operation, maintenance, and repair tasks, reviewing computer-generated maintenance assignments, and following standard operating procedures. Includes sampling and laboratory testing for regulatory compliance.
• May train Operators in technical functions and operations by conducting technical training on all equipment and instruments, writing training standards and qualifications, and instructing on microbiology and plant process control, plant operations, and safety equipment operations. Practices performance mentorship and encouraging Operators to offer innovative ideas in the area of plant control.
• Performs administrative work, writes plant directives, recommends improvements on processes and procedures, investigates new process treatment technologies, and makes recommendations based on findings. May implement improvements. Perform daily evaluation of process control results, and makes operational changes as necessary for efficiency, safety, and quality control.
• Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve operations by streamlining work processes, decreasing turnaround times, and working cooperatively and jointly to provide efficient use of Utility resources.
• Delivers outstanding customer service. Establishes and maintains open communication with all internal and external customers; to include co-workers, contractors, residents, and other Utility departments. Informs immediate supervisor of daily operations, important developments, and work activities.
• Adheres to industry and Utility safety standards, policies, practices, and procedures. Provides services in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Prepares and submits required records and reports.
• Executes routine and emergency operational, maintenance, construction, and repair functions of infrastructure or equipment utilized in the wastewater reclamation division. Clarifies routine day-to-day priorities in the field.
• Conducts daily inspections of wastewater treatment facilities, aquifer recharge facilities and related equipment; takes and records various equipment and process readings; checks equipment and makes appropriate adjustments to regulate system flow and process stability.
• Inspects the reclamation facilities; process sampling, logs daily records; interprets readings from meters, gauges, charts, and instruments, and adjusts; accordingly, and detects mechanical or process deficiencies and communicates findings to the supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned including operating, testing, maintenance, and repairs to assist other divisions within the infrastructure division or to assist inspections by regulatory agencies.
Education and Experience • Work requires specialized knowledge of wells, pumps, motors, chlorine generators. Knowledge of plumbing principles and ability to complete repairs to system, or make decisions regarding their repairs, plumbing materials and methods related to utility improvements.
• Five years' experience in plumbing, well operation, distribution, collection water and/or wastewater treatment.
• Minimum 12 months experience as a field Operator II or equivalent.
• Requires a ADEQ Grade 3 Operator License in specific area of concentration, i.e., Wastewater Treatment.
• Requires a valid driver's license and may require a CDL (Commercial Driver's License), with appropriate classification and endorsements.
• Work requires the ability to read maps, manuals, work orders, and blueprints, along with perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, as well as knowledge of common water calculations and their applications.
• Write work orders, memos, letters, and reports to keep accurate daily records at well sites, lift stations and treatment facilities.
• Occasional direction of co-workers and other employees only in the absence of Senior Operator or Supervisor.
• Complete repairs and tasks in a timely fashion
• Work is widely varied, involving analyzing and evaluating complex and significant variables. Company-wide policies, procedures, or precedents developed and/or recommended.
• Broad Application - Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Work closely with fellow workers while performing regular maintenance to all portions of system.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally. For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life. Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction. With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our "Think Global, Act Local" business model. What we offer Company funded Pension program
401k with Company match
Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)
Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
Share purchase/match plan
Defined Contribution savings plan
Top Talent Program
Volunteer paid days off
Employee Assistance Program
Achievement fund
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.