WATER PLANT OPERATOR II

Website Huntsville Utilities

Department: Water Supply

Location: Huntsville, AL

Compensation: $27.52 – $34.79/hour

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Benefits: Yes

About Huntsville Utilities

At Huntsville Utilities, we are customer service–driven and committed to providing high-quality, low-cost, safe, and reliable electric, natural gas, and water services to our customers. Employees have access to industry-leading technology and resources to support their work and career advancement.

Join our team in maintaining excellence in water supply and treatment for the community.

Job Summary

The Water Plant Operator II is a skilled technical role responsible for operating and maintaining a drinking water treatment plant to meet distribution system demands. The position ensures regulatory compliance and the delivery of safe, high-quality potable water while performing analytical and process-related work.

Essential Duties

  • Maintain regulatory compliance with all applicable ADEM, EPA, and other regulatory standards.

  • Operate and monitor plant systems to deliver adequate, safe, and quality potable water, working independently during after-hours, weekends, and holidays.

  • Monitor and control SCADA and telemetry systems to manage reservoir valves, wells, and booster pumps.

  • Notify supervisors immediately of water quality issues or equipment malfunctions.

  • Adjust operational parameters based on laboratory analysis of raw and finished water.

  • Operate and regulate chemical feeders and other plant equipment to ensure optimum treatment efficiency.

  • Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of plant equipment.

  • Review and ensure accuracy of all written and electronic log entries, records, and reports.

  • Conduct plant inspections and report security issues or equipment malfunctions.

Additional Duties

  • Perform equipment washdowns and general cleaning tasks.

  • Respond to routine customer inquiries or route them to appropriate personnel.

  • Assume responsibilities until a relief certified operator arrives and is briefed.

  • Assist in training programs to ensure personnel are properly trained, equipped, and motivated.

  • Monitor changes in water quality regulations and treatment techniques at the local, state, and federal levels.

  • Maintain continuing education hours in compliance with ADEM Division 10 to remain certified.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education/Certifications/Training

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Associates degree or coursework in chemistry, math, hydraulics, or computers highly preferred.

  • ADEM Grade IV Water Treatment Operator Certification required or must be obtainable via reciprocity within six (6) months.

  • Candidates who have passed the ADEM Grade IV exam but lack required experience may be considered.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a Grade IV water treatment plant.

  • Knowledge of water quality standards, treatment techniques, plant operations, and ADEM Division 7 and 10 regulations.

  • Ability to operate pumps, chemical feeders, motors, controllers, and other process equipment/instrumentation.

Additional Requirements

Equipment

  • Trucks, computers, chemical feeders, pumps, laboratory equipment, electrical controls, and motor starters.

Physical Demands & Environmental Conditions

  • Visual and manual dexterity, including the ability to distinguish colors.

  • Ability to climb ladders and steps.

  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions and lifting items up to 50 lbs.

Other

  • Shift work required.

  • Subject to on-call and emergency duty.

  • Safe handling of hazardous chemicals.

  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

  • Safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

  • WORK KEYS test required unless already certified at ADEM Grade IV.

Competencies

  • Accepting Responsibility

  • Building and Demonstrating Respect

  • Communicating Effectively

  • Demonstrating Required Job Knowledge

  • Demonstrating Initiative

  • Driving Quality & Excellence

  • Entrepreneurial Thinking

  • Establishing Relationships

  • Following Policies and Procedures

  • Promoting Safety

  • Education & Continuous Learning

  • Longevity & Commitment

  • Relevant Job Experience

  • Computer Skills

Additional Information

Huntsville Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability.

Note: Duties and responsibilities may be amended as necessary to reflect organizational needs, with review and approval by the Department Head, Compensation Analyst, and VP EE, HRD, or designee.

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