Position Information
This position pays $34.26 per 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!
Primary Role
Candidates will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of water treatment facilities, tank sites, and booster stations. This includes water quality testing, pump operations, the ability to follow and understand IEPA Water Quality regulations.
Key Accountabilities
- Have a strong knowledge of safety and operations policies and procedures.
- Responsible for routine water quality lab sampling, regulating flow of the water treatment plant, maintaining required pressure, and ensuring IEPA requirements are met.
- Play an active role in the development and maintenance of SOPs.
- Support planning and execution of capital work.
- Perform routine calibrations on instrumentation.
- Utilize system of records (i.e. - Map Call, Waterly, GIS) as required.
- Administration tasks in both written and oral formats.
- Strong communication with management on daily operations of water treatment facilities.
Experience/Education
- High School diploma
- 0-2 years of experience in the water or wastewater industry
Other
- The Production Technician will be included in and required to perform Call Out duties as described by the Union.
- Emergencies and extenuating circumstances may require temporary schedule changes.
- Candidates must possess a valid drivers license and the ability to obtain an Illinois IEPA Water Treatment A license within 4 years of hire date.