Facility Operator Trainee

April 9, 2026
Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

Job Detail
  • Maintains equipment at the assigned water production facilities and booster stations
  • Operates and maintains distribution systems including mains, valves, hydrants and service lines
  • Maintains equipment at the wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations
  • Operates and maintains sewer collection systems including collections mains and pump stations
  • Troubleshoots and repairs service piping and other related equipment
  • Performs routine water quality analysis in accordance with established processes and procedures
  • Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards
  • Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality meets standards
  • Calculates various ratios and dosages
  • Completes customer service work orders, updates and maintains appropriate system documentation of activities and closes work orders in accordance with department policies and procedures
  • Performs all tasks safely, professionally and in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws, rules and guidelines
  • Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
  • Reasonable accommodations be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function(s)


  • QUALIFICATIONS (Required Experience, Education, Licenses, And Certifications)

    A high school diploma or GED
  • No previous experience required
  • A valid U
  • S
  • Driver’s License


  • Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

    Familiarity with computers / tablets and the basic operation of database, spreadsheet and word processing programs preferred
  • Ability to read, understand and accurately follow operating instructions both written and verbal
  • Mathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment Plants
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in writing
  • Familiarity with and understanding of the need to prevent wastewater pollution of area waters
  • Understand and maintain plan processes through computer-controlled equipment
  • A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment

    Career Progression Schedule

    FO Trainee –

    Will be required to get either a C Well or Grade I waste water license within 18 months of employment


  • FO I –

    Minimum license requirement of C Well or Grade I


  • FO II –

    Must meet dual licensing requirements and have either a B Well or a Grade II


  • FO III –

    Must meet dual licensing requirements of at least a B Well and Grade II plus have an A Well or Grade III


  • Working Conditions/Physical Demands

    be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and /or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds
  • Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents
  • Must obtain a CDL Class C with Hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire
  • Must be available to be on-call nights and on weekends to adequately staff a 24 hour/7day operation

    The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
  • Reasonable accommodations be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions


  • Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer
  • Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law


  • Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities
  • If you have a condition that prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012)


  • To Maintain The Integrity Of The Recruitment Process And To Avoid Real Or Perceived Conflicts Of Interest Due To Employment And/or Assignment Of Family Members And Personal Referrals, Specific Guidelines Apply To The Hiring And Assignment Of These Individuals Including, But Not Limited To

    Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship
  • Family members cannot work in the same department
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