Operator
Posted Date: May 2, 2025
Location: Davenport, IA, US, 52806-9376
Company: American Water Works Company Inc
Requisition ID: 108154
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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.
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Primary Role
Controls the operation of the pumping station and continuous monitoring of the distributive control system, including pumps, analyzers and other instrumentation.
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Key Accountabilities
- Operates, controls and maintains motors, pumps, valves and equipment to regulate flow and pressure of water pumped into the treatment plant and distribution system.
- Monitors and records condition of pumps and equipment.
- Monitors charts and chart-recording equipment.
- Places pumps on line or shut down pumps as system demands, electrical demand management or water quality dictates.
- Monitors and controls electric feed systems and standby emergency electric generation systems to ensure continuous operation.
- Monitors and controls distribution control system (SCADA) to ensure system integrity.
- Assists treatment operator, as required (e.g. change chlorine ton containers, wash filters, monitor and control SCADA system for the production of water.
- Monitors and answers telephone and radio systems, and monitor plant and distribution system surveillance and security systems.
- Maintains a log of operations.
- Prepares daily, weekly and monthly pumping and operational reports.
- Performs housekeeping and other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Windows based products and productivity tools (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, Lotus Notes).
- Familiarity with the operation of SCADA computer systems for utilities.
- Effective communication skills both verbal & written.
Experience/Education
- High school diploma or state recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate required.
- Valid drivers license required with the ability to pass motor vehicle check.
- 1-3 years experience.
- Iowa DNR Water Treatment license a plus or the ability to obtain a grade 1 within 18 months of date of hire, Grade 2 within 42 months of hire and Grade 3 within 60 months of hire.
Competencies
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