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Operate, repair, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, including electrical and process control systems, in a water treatment environment. | High school diploma, 2+ years experience in electrical, mechanical, or process instrumentation, valid PA driver's license, and ability to obtain operator certification. | Job Title: Maintenance Relief Operator Posting Start Date: 11/20/25 Job Description: Primary Role To operate, control, repair and maintain, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, machinery, and mechanical equipment used to process water treatment residuals using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring and testing instruments. Position Responsiblities • Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble. • Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools. • Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections. • Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments. • Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges. • Repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand and power tools. • May set up and operate drill press, grinder, and other metal working tools to make repairs or repair parts. • Acquire materials for repairs to machinery or to maintain orderly flow of materials and processes. • Repair, install, and perform preventive testing of electrical equipment. • Repair, install, and perform preventive testing of process control equipment. • Maintain records, drawings, and reports within area of responsibility. • Perform treatment plant operator duties. • Operate and maintain sludge dewatering equipment. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Knowledge/Skills • Skillfully use hand tools or machines needed for your work. • Read blueprints or drawings of the items to made or repaired. • Measure, cut or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision. • Use arithmetic or shop geometry to figure amounts of material needed, dimensions to be followed and cost of material. • Picture what the finished product will look like. • Accept responsibility for the accuracy of the work as it is turned out. • Differentiate between colors. • Read and understand instructions, safety rules, state/federal regulations, etc. • Write reports with proper format • Speak with poise, voice control and confidence, well modulated voice. • Math Skills: Requires mathematical development sufficient to be able to: Calculate surface, volume, weights and measures. Calculate square roots, variable formulas. Calculate plane and solid figures circumference, area and volume. Understand kind of angles, and properties of pairs and angles. Experience/Education • High school graduate or equivalent. • Two years experience working in electrical, mechanical, and/or process instrumentation and equipment. • Must possess a valid PA driver's license. • Company, state, federal, private, or county sponsored courses will be attended to improve job skills. Applicant will obtain Pennsylvania Operator Certification within allotted time frames set forth in the bargaining agreement. Work Environment • Physical Demands: Lifting 100 lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Stooping. Kneeling. Crouching. Crawling. Reaching. Walking up and down flights of stairs. Working in confined areas. Climbing up and down ladders. Work on a ladder. • Environmental Conditions: Both: inside and outside: a job is considered "both" if the activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts. Wet and humid: Wet: Contact with water or other liquids. Humid: Atmospheric condition with moisture content sufficiently high to cause marked bodily discomfort. Noise and Vibration: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to the sense of hearing, and/or sufficient vibration (production of an oscillating movement or strain on the body or its extremes from repeated motion or shock) to cause bodily harm if endured day after day. Hazards: Situations in which the individual is exposed to the definite risk of bodily injury. Exposure to: Odors, toxic conditions, chemical dust or dust or poor ventilation. Ability to wear a respirator and work in confined spaces. Competencies Champions safety Customer obsessed Cultivates innovation Nimble learning Drives Results Collaborates
Manage daily operations of water/wastewater plants ensuring compliance with regulations, budget control, staff development, and operational efficiency. | High school diploma or higher, 3-5 years supervisory experience in operations, valid driver's license, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and ability to work onsite full-time. | Job Title: Operations Supervisor Posting Start Date: 11/11/25 Job Description: Primary Role Manages the day-to-day operations of water and/or wastewater plant(s) in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all applicable governmental laws and regulations. Key Accountabilities • Assist with preparing and controlling local construction, operations, and maintenance within established budget limitations. • Establish a program that will ensure all EPA Partnership for Safe Water Goals will be met on a period-by-period basis. • Ensure local water and/or wastewater operations meet the required standards and are in compliance with regulatory targets. • Supervise the implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability. • Ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained. • Develop and direct cost effective solutions to meet customers' expectations and technical requirements and to encourage best practice and innovation throughout all operational areas. • Implement effective reporting processes. Provide analysis and support to Production Director with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans. Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas. Ensure effective people management policies and practices are developed and implemented (e.g., time and attendance, workforce management, etc.) and ensure resources are developed and deployed appropriately. Continue to reinforce the importance of developing a diverse workforce. Support the Business Development function in the operational analysis pricing and integration of water and wastewater business opportunities in both the regulated and non-regulated markets. Work collaboratively with other functional leads to mitigate business risks. Implement effective communications at all levels of our operations. Provide effective leadership that will enhance our abilities to be flexible to changing business environments. Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business. Knowledge/Skills • Knowledge of the regulated water/wastewater business within the region and the regulations impacting the business as well as applicable regulations, requirements, and trends within water/wastewater business is preferred • Knowledge of company policies and procedures and management theories, practices, and trends preferred • Expert knowledge of process and operational areas in American Water is preferred • Strong computer knowledge with Microsoft Office is required • Must be a self-starter and able to work independently • Must report into the Sheridan, Indiana office 5 days a week, 7:30am to 4pm • On-call responsibilities • Problem Solving and Critical Thinking skills is required • 10% travel within the territory Experience/Education • High School Dipolma or GED required, 2 year or 4 year degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline or equivalent preferred • 3-5 years experience in supervising operational areas and operating units, and managing and meeting performance targets preferred • Must have a valid driver's license Competencies Prioritizes & Role Models Safety Self-Awareness Develops Talent Plans, Aligns, & Directs Drives Engagement Decision Quality
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