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The Bradford City Water Authority has an immediate opening for a

Water Treatment Plant Operator.

This position will report directly to the Water Treatment Plant Foreman with

secondary reporting to include the Water Facilities Supt, Operations Manager and

Executive Director. This position shall utilize AWWA standards to uphold and

adhere to all water quality standards and requirements set forth by the PA DEP.

Primary working hours will be 7:00am-3:00pm. Alternate shifts may be required

as necessary.

This position will also require on-call duties at a minimum of once every 4th week

(which includes working 7 straight days on-call Thur – Wed), during this time the

candidate is expected to be immediately available to answer and respond to all calls,

which could include covering off-hours, weekends, and Holiday’s. During on-call

duties, personal travel time is limited to no more than 30 minutes from the

Water Treatment Plant.

By no later than the end of the Fourth (4th) year as Water Plant Operator Trainee,

the candidate must successfully pass and obtain Class-A Water Certification, with

appropriate sub classes of 1-Conventional Filtration, 7-Corrosion Control and

Sequestering, 8-Chemical Addition, 10-Organic Removal, 11-Gaseous

Chlorination Disinfection, 12-Non-gaseous Chemical Disinfection, WGEN–Water

General Course and DEP Security Course.

Focused initiatives relative to this position include the ability to: exhibit safe work

habits and practices, work well in a team-oriented environment, obtain and retain

knowledge and skill associated with all operations, maintenance and repairs

of Water Treatment Plant system assets, and exhibit exceptional attention to detail.

Educational requirements will include the demonstrated ability to complete all

required training and continuing education units as directed by the Authority to

obtain/maintain state certification in the field of Water Treatment Operator.

Successful candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications. A

degree or practical experience in Chemistry, Biology or similar water sciences

is beneficial.

Candidates holding a current Pennsylvania Water or Wastewater Operator

Certification and License is extremely preferred. Similar water-related certifications

including licensed plumbing background and experience or skilled trade will also be

strongly considered. A successful candidate must possess a current Pennsylvania

driver’s license.

Successful candidates must also have the physical capability to work outdoors in all

types of weather and the ability to work safely in and around hazardous areas or

conditions including chemicals. Successful candidates must be able to respond to

immediate water asset issues or emergencies as required during off hours.

Competitive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance. Hourly

classifications range from Trainee at $37.31/hr to Certified Operator at $40.54/hr.

Any candidate offered a position with the Bradford City Water Authority will be

required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background

check. For confidential consideration, please mail your resume and cover letter to:

Steve Disney, Executive Director

Bradford City Water Authority

28 Kennedy Street

Bradford, PA 16701

BCWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer