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Utility Services of Alaska, INc. Golden Heart Utilities Water Treatment Plant Operator - 1203 in Fairbanks, Alaska

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: The positions of this class perform a variety of manual, monitoring, testing, and reporting functions. Work is performed in a class IV water treatment plant to produce, store, and distribute water that meets Federal and State standards.While much of the work is routine, Operators must be constantly alert to, and aware of, the running conditions of various equipment such as pumps, motors, chemical feeders, instruments, valves, etc. Work is performed with considerable independence of judgment, with the operator often working alone. The Foreman and others in a supervisory capacity are available to provide assistance in case of unusual problems. Experienced operators will provide guidance to new operators during a period of familiarization and on-the-job training.Reports to

Water Treatment Plant General Foreperson

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Golden Heart Utilities Golden Heart Utilities has an opportunity for a Water Treatment Operator Level 2, 3, or 4 in Fairbanks, AK. The positions of this class perform a variety of manual, monitoring, testing, and reporting functions. Work is performed in a class IV water treatment plant to produce, store, and distribute water that meets Federal and State standards.

Work includes maintenance of equipment and buildings and housekeeping duties. Cleanliness is a must.

While much of the work is routine, Operators must be constantly alert to, and aware of, the running conditions of various equipment such as pumps, motors, chemical feeders, instruments, valves, etc. Work is performed with considerable independence of judgment, with the operator often working alone. The Foreman and others in a supervisory capacity are available to provide assistance in case of unusual problems. Experienced operators will provide guidance to new operators during a period of familiarization and on-the-job training.

What you'll do Assignments include, but are not limited to, performing a variety of frequent monitoring tasks which involve: * Start-up and stopping of pumps. * Adjustments to chemical feeders. * Preparing chemical solutions. * Adjusting valves. * Backwashing filters. * Responding to water needs of fire departments. * Maintenance of equipment. * Maintaining operating records. * Mopping and dusting. * Chemical testing of the water for pH, hardness, alkalinity, iron, chlorine residual, etc. * Performing related tasks as assigned.

The preceding examples are representative of assignments performed by this class and are not intended to be inclusive.

Nexus Water Group an E-Verify participating employer.

People Focused and Inclusive Culture

We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.

We are is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

EEO Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical condition), or any other characteristic protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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