Operator-in-Training
About The Position
The lab assistant (Plant/System OIT) will be based in Wichita, Kansas This is an entry-level position focused on gaining hands-on experience to become a certified water/wastewater operator. This is a full-time, non-exempt position paid on an hourly basis. Life at PSC Water Ops At PSC Water Ops, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven expertise, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.
Requirements
- Class C Water/Wastewater Certification is required or must be obtained
- High School Diploma
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor water or wastewater treatment plant equipment
- Read, interpret, and calibrate gauges and other recording devices related to water or wastewater treatment plant operations
- Take liquid and solid samples and perform routine laboratory tests
- Diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action
- Maintain pertinent records and compile data into written reports
- Perform routine to difficult maintenance, repairs, and installations to plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and electronic monitoring devices
- Read, interpret, and understand technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
- Perform heavy manual labor
- Schedule maintenance and repair of water or wastewater treatment plants
- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
