Description

Operator (Class B)  in Woodridge, IL
Posted Range: 
$36.90/hour 
 

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. 
In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! 
American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! 

The successful candidate will know the many aspects of water distribution, chemical feed processes, sewer lift station operation, and ultimately share operating responsibilities of water and wastewater Production facilities in Chicago-Metro’s Southern region (including Hollis, Valley Marina, West Suburban, Central States, Nettle Creek, and Ridgecrest).

Operator 2 (Class B) Water Operator reporting to Illinois American Water's Woodridge Office.

7:00am to 3:30pm and will have a workweek of either Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday (dependent on management discretion and determined by need).
This position will also have on-call duties.

Requirements

Responsible for the safe operation of water and wastewater facilities. Follow all safety rules and operation procedures as established by the Company.   
Responsible for proper sample collection and related laboratory or field tests.
Mathematical aptitude to effectively perform calculations associated with the position.
Mechanical aptitude to service, maintain, and make minor repairs to a wide variety of machinery and equipment.
Comply with all requirements to provide high quality water and proper wastewater treatment as established by the company and governmental regulatory and environmental agencies.
The ability to learn and use computer programs such as Outlook, Microsoft Office, Waterly(Production   Department’s data entry systems), Teams, and MapCall.
Familiarity with SCADA computer systems for utilities.
Must be available for work after business hours and during emergencies.   Physical capability to perform heavy manual labor in all types of weather.
Must be reliable, responsible, organized, resourceful, and able to think and act promptly, all while most often working alone.
Ability to cooperate/collaborate with other operators and laboratory personnel.   Good written and verbal skills.
Strong problem solving and prioritizing skills.
Expected to cross-train for awareness in other south service areas (e.g., WestSuburban/Santa Fe, Valley Marina, Hollis, Central States, Nettle Creek, and Ridgecrest) to meet SOP (South-Ops) On-Call qualification.

Possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license at the class level required to operate fleet equipment associated with the job, as well as a safe driving record with ability to pass motor vehicle background check
Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
The possession of a Class B IEPA Drinking Water Operator Certification is required for this position. Consideration for this position shall be given to bidders already attaining a valid IEPA Class A, B, C, or D drinking water operator certification, those with IEPA operator in training status, or those with a reciprocal state- issued drinking water operator certificate that are able to achieve IEPA Class A, B, C, or D drinking water operator reciprocity certification.