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Jacobs Lead Wastewater Operator in Tempe, Arizona

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, you will 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 Wastewater Operator in Tucson, AZ, you will perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. This position is fully qualified to perform the most complex functions and typically holds a high-level water/wastewater treatment certification.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establishes and maintains effective sample procedures of plant operations and effluent.

• Diagnoses operating problems; directs and performs necessary corrective action during work shift.

• Makes process control adjustments, reads gauges and meters, records data, prepares necessary shift log reports.

• Prepares required reports and maintains complete record keeping procedures.

• Performs operations and maintenance activities including collecting samples and performing routine laboratory tests and analyses.

• Directs, assigns and trains employees.

• Conducts weekly safety meetings.

• Makes operating decisions in the absence of supervisory personnel.

• Maintains discipline and ensures proper procedures are followed.

• Determines proper chemical flow rates.

• Assigns operators’ monthly work schedule.

• Assigns replacement operators during emergency situations.

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

• Performs other duties as required.

• Required to work shift work, weekends, and holidays.

• High school diploma or GED

• Possess a valid AZ driver’s license.

• Four years’ experience operating water/wastewater treatment plants

• Grade III Arizona Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision.

• Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, data management systems and be able to operate plant PLC’s and SCADA systems.

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.

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