Lead Water Operator - Prescott Valley, AZ

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, youll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.

As a Lead Water Operator, based in Prescott Valley, AZ, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a Public Water System including compliance reporting, maintenance of equipment, quality control/testing and assigning/performing day-to-day activities on an assigned shift. This position typically holds a high-level water treatment and water distribution certification.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and well help you grow what drives you - and deliver the worlds most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operates production/treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water and disinfection.

Executes all required compliance sample events.

Creates and submits all required compliance reports as well as client requested reports.

Ability to contact and communicate with contractors to reach project completions

Scheduling for the Water Operations staff when required by the Water Operations Supervisor.

Monitor the Public Water Systems through SCADA, detecting issues and trends.

Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels

Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings

Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control

Starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes

Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses

Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties

Make operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel

Understands and carries out oral and written directions

Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work

Performs on call duties for the Water Production Department and other departments upon request

Performs other duties as required

High school diploma or GED

ADEQ/ABC Water Treatment level 3 Certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months

ADEQ/ABC Water Distribution level 3 Certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months

Minimum of four years experience in Water Production/Water Treatment or related field.

Possess a valid Class C CDL (or greater) with a hazmat endorsement or the ability to obtain within 6 months

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

Basic familiarity of the principles and practices of water operations; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; effects and techniques of water treatment processes and required compliance reporting; safe work practices

Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, data management systems and being able to operate system PLCs and SCADA.

Ability to operate heavy equipment to include but not limited to backhoe and/or excavator

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a Fitness for Duty testing is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.