Systems Operator - New Jersey Staffing : Job Details

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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

Job Information Systems Operator rate of pay is $46.14 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! Rotating work schedule-12 hour shifts.

• Operate the water treatment facility and related appurtenances including, but not limited to, chemical feeders, pumps, purification units, and standby generation and residual processing equipment, to insure the safe, reliable production and delivery of the highest quality water.
• Review, monitor, and adjust hydraulic and chemical processes to achieve and maintain established water quality standards and system requirements.
• Operate and adjust computer control systems to insure the integrity of water treatment facility, transmission and distribution systems, and remote hydraulic and chemical systems.
• Prioritize and coordinate tasks and/or activities required for the efficient, safe, and reliable operation of water treatment facility and related appurtenances.
• Respond to inquiries accurately and professionally, and when necessary, involve the appropriate individuals to resolve customer and company-related issues and to achieve the highest level of customer service in all areas of assigned responsibility.
• Receive chemicals and materials in accord with established company, state, and/or federal safety standards and/or procedures.
• Prepare and maintain accurate plant and systems records and reports.
• Maintain the appearance of water treatment facility and grounds in accord with Company standards.
• Perform and/or assist with repairs to Company equipment and/or facilities.
• Laboratory testing conducted hourly to confirm accuracy of process control.
• Water sampling for bacteriological, DBP, VOC, SOC, nutrient and metal analysis