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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Operator - **Company:** Aqua America - **Location:** New Garden, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $78,832.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Microsoft Office - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aquaamerica.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Essential_Careers/job/New-Garden/System-Operator_R6198 ## About the Role * At a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent * Valid US driver's license required * Required Licensing: Wastewater Class E collection system license. * Five (5) years of maintaining equipment and systems in an industrial environment is preferred. * An Associate's degree or certification in mechanical or electrical competency is preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Proficient in MS office or related software required; daily use of computer, data entry * Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with internal customers * Required to meet and follow all Aqua safety requirements dealing with any hazards including chemical, electrical, and PPE requirements, and follow lock-out and tag-out instructions. * Must be willing to be trained and able to provide additional operational support to other water/wastewater systems. * A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment ## Description * Be knowledgeable of maintenance work related to mechanical equipment and minor electrical equipment associated with wastewater treatment plants and pump stations. * Must be capable of performing plumbing and piping work with all types of materials including PVC, PE, copper, steel, and cast iron. * Position requires good mechanical skills as required in the repair/replacement of all plant equipment, including but not limited to pumps, instruments, chemical feed equipment, etc . * Must be capable of operating all tools and equipment necessary for the completion of all plant and pump station related work. * Must be able to work on electrical components up to 240 volt including wiring power to motors, control wiring, and test basic electrical and electronic components of a system. * Monitor Operations of assigned wastewater facilities. Conduct testing and analysis required for proper operation and reporting for the facilities and to maintain compliance with regulatory permits. * Responsible for making and implementing recommendations regarding process changes and adjustments at facilities to improve operational performance. * Monitor collection system performance and pump stations. Make recommendations on improvements and upgrades as needed. * Coordinate of all chemicals, fuel, parts and supplies necessary for proper operation of the facilities. * Maintain facility records, prints, equipment manufacture manuals as well as all operating data. * Accurately and timely generate and complete work orders using company software platform. * Assist management and supervisors in developing and administering applicable safety procedures at facilities, as required. * Monitoring PLC network to review automated operation of wastewater facilities. * Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned *The hourly rate of pay is $37.90 per hour*. All employees hired or entering the bargaining unit on or after April 1, 2021 will receive three dollars ($3.00) per hour less than the classification wage rate. The wage reduction will be returned in one-dollar ($1.00) increases once a year over a three (3) year period. 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