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Water Treatment OperatorWe are currently recruiting a Water Treatment Operator to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working toward common goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility and clear accountability.Responsibilities include:Operate and monitor water treatment systems, including reverse osmosis (RO), filtration, demineralization, clarifiers, chemical feed systems, pumps, valves, and associated equipment to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.Perform routine inspections of water treatment equipment and systems; identify abnormal conditions; report deficiencies; and initiate corrective actions as required.Collect water samples, perform laboratory, and field testing to verify water quality and system performance in compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.Record, review, and maintain operating data, laboratory results, equipment readings, inspections, and maintenance records using approved logs, and plant software systems.Analyze operating parameters, water chemistry results, and equipment performance trends; identify process deviations; and recommend operational adjustments to optimize system efficiency and reliability.Notify and coordinate with the Lead Operator and Supervisor regarding operational issues, equipment failures, and abnormal plant conditions as required.Apply company safety policies, environmental requirements, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and safe work practices to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment.Maintain housekeeping standards in water treatment facilities, chemical storage areas, laboratories, and equipment rooms.Verify chemical inventories; receive, handle, store, and manage treatment chemicals in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements.Review operating procedures, drawings, P&IDs, manuals, work orders, and technical documentation to support safe and effective plant operation.Coordinate shift turnover activities; communicate equipment status, operating concerns, and ongoing work to operations and maintenance personnel.Provide weekend, holiday, vacation, outage, and emergency coverage as needed to maintain adequate staffing and operational support across the facility.Ability to safely work alone and manage assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.Qualifications include:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.Valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required.Ability and willingness to obtain a California Water Treatment Operator T1 certification within six months of employment.Ability and willingness to obtain a California Water Distribution Operator D1 certification within six months of employment.Technical training and/or experience in industrial operations, water treatment, mechanical maintenance, electrical, instrumentation and controls, or related fields is preferred.Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Attention to detail and accuracy.Effective verbal and written communication.Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.Ability to work effectively both alone and as part of a team.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Adaptability and flexibility in changing operational conditions.Reliability, accountability, and professionalism.Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.We believe in a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where you are based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission.

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