Water Treatment Operator I

Goodyear, AZ, US, 85395

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.

Purpose

Are you interested in ensuring communities have access to safe and reliable drinking water? We're looking for a Water Production Operator to join our team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in operating and maintaining our water production facilities, ensuring every drop of water meets our high standards. If you thrive in a team-oriented hands-on environment, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

* ADEQ Grade 1 Operator License in Water Treatment, or ability to obtain, required

Accountabilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain water production equipment, including pumps, motors, valves, and chemical feed systems

• Conduct regular water quality tests, analyze results, and make necessary adjustments to treatment processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on water production equipment and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime

• Maintain accurate records of water production activities, including operational data, maintenance logs, and water quality test results

• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal water quality standards

• Respond promptly to emergencies, equipment malfunctions, and water quality issues to minimize service interruptions and ensure public safety

• Work closely with other team members to ensure seamless operations and continuous improvement.

• Provide excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns related to water production and quality

• Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Experience in plumbing, well operation, distribution, collection, water, and/or wastewater treatment

• ADEQ Grade 1 Operator License in Water Treatment, or ability to obtain, required

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining water production equipment and systems; strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Valid driver's license, and CDL may be required

• Ability to read maps, manuals, blueprints, and perform general math calculations

• Strong written communication skills for documenting daily records and reports

• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401K plan with a 5% match, effective day one

• Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility

• Company sponsored pension program, life insurance, and short-term & long-term disability

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account

• 3 weeks of vacation, 5 sick days, 12 paid company holidays, & 3 paid volunteer days

• Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, & reimbursement for certification costs

• Reward & recognition programs, service awards, a great company culture, and a collaborative & flexible work environment

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally. For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction. With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global, Act Local” business model.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity. We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.