Amentum is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (DRC) to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (DRC) is responsible for operating, overseeing, and performing preventative maintenance under general supervision on Water Treatment Plants.
Responsibilities:
- Operates and performs preventative maintenance on small conventional rapid sand filter plant and reverse osmosis system under general supervision on rotating shifts, as needed.
- Adjusts chemical doses in response to changing water quality parameters, accurately keeps operating records, and adjusts plant processes.
- Collects water samples and accurately performs routine chlorine, turbidity and coliform analysis.
- Performs bacteria testing utilizing the Colilert System.
- Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs to water plant equipment including, but not limited to, chemical injection pumps and analytical equipment.
- Learns and adheres to all water quality regulations and company policies.
- Assists maintenance staffs identify and repair major mechanical problems.
- Cleans and organizes the plant, keeps the process running smoothly, rotates shifts, may be the sole operator on shift, utilizes time effectively and efficiently, and is alert and responsible to anticipate problems.
- Plans and executes all work in a safe manor at all times.
- Orients new employees to the plant and leads and mentors less experienced personnel.
- Keeps supervisor apprised of work situations and problems encountered.
- Adheres to Company safety policies, procedures, and programs.
Required to comply with all occupational safety and health standards, rules, and orders applicable to their actions and conduct. The role demands consistent, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proactive reporting of workplace hazards, and total adherence to safety protocols to maintain a zero-injury environment.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned