Water Treatment Plant Operator/Treatment SpecialistJob Type: Skilled Trades & CraftPay Range $29.31 to $43.33Location Colorado Springs, CODate First Posted 8/1/24Applications are being accepted through: 8/9/24If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.Water Treatment Plant Operator/ Treatment SpecialistWe are excited to welcome a Water Treatment Plant Operator/Treatment Specialist to our team at the Fountain Valley Authority (FVA) Water Treatment Plant. In this position, you will support the operations, maintenance, and handling of non-routine equipment and process control problems encountered at the plant.This position will be filled at one of four levels and pay ranges detailed below depending on the certification level of the successful candidate. The pay ranges include what you can currently expect to make during the probationary period (typically six months), as well as once you have completed probation and your pay increases by 5%.
Treatment Specialist-A $41.27 - $43.33
Treatment Plant Operator-B $35.66 - $37.44
Treatment Plant Operator-C $32.32 - $33.94
Treatment Plant Operator-D $29.31 - $30.78
Key areas of responsibility:
Operate a water treatment plant efficiently and comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations
Controlling, understanding, monitoring, and changing plant operation processes for conventional water treatment processes
Accurate data acquisition and maintaining records of the daily treatment operations
Troubleshooting routine, non-routine, and complex treatment processes, water quality issues, or equipment problems
Understanding of and experience with process instrumentation, SCADA process controls, and trending of treatment processes
Performing equipment maintenance; calibration and maintaining all process instrumentation
Operating and maintaining a water treatment facility on an assigned shift to provide 24/7/365 coverage
Performing sampling and testing on plant processes and interpreting results
Completing and accurately filing regulatory reports and pertinent legal documents
Writing training documents and SOPs for new operational procedures and/or equipment
Inventorying and ordering treatment chemicals
Mixing chemicals to proper/required concentrations
Adhering to, understanding, and reviewing the EPA Risk Management Program, chlorine system safety, discharge permits, and all other environmental procedures and concern
Understanding and using work management processes including planning, scheduling, and processing of work orders
Who You Are:
Colorado Water Treatment Operator Certification (A, B, C, or D) is highly preferred. Must successfully obtain a Colorado State Operator “D” Certification within six months of hire, and demonstrate the ability and desire to advance through the State Operator Certification Program
Knowledge or experience working in water operations or related fields is beneficial
Completion of an academic or technical program in water environment technologies is valued
An understanding of chemistry, biology, hydraulics, mathematics, and/or mechanical concepts preferred
Must be self-directed, motivated, and consistently exhibit sound judgment and excellent communication skills
Additional considerations and expectations:
While in training (approximately six months), you will be working four-day shifts. You will transition to your designated operator schedule once training is complete.
As the designated shift operator, you will be expected to work day shifts, including weekends and holidays, and overtime as business needs require.
Currently, this position will require you to work from 6:00 am-7:30 pm, 3 days in a row, followed by 4 days off. This is subject to change.
Additionally, periodic coverage for the night shift as needs arise due to vacation and sick time; time would be overtime added to your current shift, based on the availability of the current schedule.
Who We Are:
One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements
Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in the most desired city to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
Our Commitment to Our Employees… Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We do not just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off – Because everybody needs time off to recharge
Vacation – New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year
Personal Leave –3 days per year of personal leave
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather
Vacation Buy – Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time
Pension Plan – Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you’re done working? The Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire
Medical – Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $10.00 a month. Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Wellness Program – Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements
Dental – Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage
Vision – Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery
Retirement Saving Programs – Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare’s Roth IRA and 457 plans
Disability Coverage – Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more
Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC) – Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones
Life Insurance – Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available
Tuition Reimbursement – Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifying Public Service Employer – Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
ATTENTION :
All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B, or TN visas to include those with a STEM OPT extension ). Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Our differences make us richer. Learning and growing from one another makes us more than what we were. We want our workforce to be as diverse as our business and recognize the limitless benefits of this commitment. Our desire is to have the organization reflect the diversity of the Pikes Peak Region. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, it is our commitment that no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, religious convictions, veteran status, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Affirmative Action is Colorado Springs Utilities’ effort to ensure positive steps are taken to have a representative workforce reflective of the relevant available labor force.For more information regarding applicant rights, visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htmAccessibility Accommodations . If you are an individual with a disability or disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.E-Verify and Right to Work Notice . Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/ . If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500.Job Type: Skilled Trades & Craft
