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ASRC Federal Communications is seeking a Water Plant Operator Lead for our ISS2 contract supporting our Air Force customer. This position is located on Eareckson Air Station in Shemya, AK.

The Water Plant Operator Lead assures day-to-day operation of the water plant operations. Incumbent ensures the water plant operations controls and maintains treatment plant equipment to clarify and disinfect water for human consumption. Performs laboratory tests for operational strategy and adjusts chemical feed rate settings to ensure compliance with EPA Primary/Secondary Drinking Water Standards. The incumbent is responsible for proper operation and maintenance of sewage treatment plant equipment to meet NPDES regulations (specifically Eareckson Air Station Monthly Discharge Monitoring parameters).

Essential Duties & Job Functions:
Operates and controls electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate flow of water source into treatment plant and monitors all operational gauges to ensure proper plant operation.

Tests water samples to determine p H, iron, manganese, free chlorine, and turbidity, using p H meter, colorimeter, and turbidity meter.

Records data, such as water flow meters, chlorine feed rate settings, turbidity, and other lab tests.

Injects specified amounts of chemicals, such as chlorine and potassium permanganate into water and makes necessary feed rate adjustments as water quality changes.

Starts agitators to mix potassium permanganate and replenishes solution barrels when necessary.

Pumps clarified and disinfected water into water storage tanks and distribution mains.

Monitors panel board and adjusts controls to regulate flow rates and water storage tank levels.

Backwashes filters when head loss is 6 – 10 psi differential or at a minimum every 96-hours.

Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment using hand and power tools.

Operates portable water-purification plant to supply drinking water during emergency contingencies.

Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings at the wastewater treatment lagoon, and tests results to determine load requirements.

Maintains wastewater treatment log of operations and records flow meter readings.

Collects sewage sample, using dipper or bottle, and conducts laboratory tests, using testing equipment such as p H meter and dissolved oxygen meter.

Sets up and collects influent and effluent samples from the automatic composite samplers for BOD and TSS analysis at off-site labs.

Wears proper PPE for particular tasks being conducted at the time.

Performs related work as assigned.

Lead Duties:
Keeps supervisor apprised of mission status

Directs and coordinates activities of the section

Assist craft personnel in assigned tasks

Ensures proper housekeeping practices are observed

Inspects and observes work to ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations’ and practices

Completes mission status reports as required

Ensures work is scheduled and accomplished within established timelines

Ensures subordinates time records reflect accurate hours worked on appropriate job activities

Coordinates personnel TOS requests while maintaining mission requirements

Accountable For:
Federal, state, and Air Force Regulations regarding water and wastewater treatment operations.

Common safety practices and protective equipment used on a construction site.

The use of hand and power tools commonly used in the construction trade.

Understanding and following directions.

Working cooperatively and safely with others on common projects.

Performing assigned duties with minimal supervision.

Inventory and requisition supplies for water/wastewater operations.

Work Conditions:
Work is typically sedentary in nature and performed in an office setting. Incumbent may occasionally be required to work outdoors with extreme weather temperatures and weather conditions. The incumbent should be able to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, talk, hear, and write. The incumbent should be able to use limbs and body members with a good range of motion. Occasional lifting, handling, or moving of objects without assistance weighing up to 35 pounds may be required.

Mandatory

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State of Alaska Level II Water Treatment Operations Certificate or ability to reciprocate from another state, showing proof of reciprocity prior to hire.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass National Agency Check with Inquiries
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Preferred

• Associate’s degree or equivalent trade school certification.
• State of Alaska Level I Waste Water Treatment Certification or equivalent experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled