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# System Operator

- **Company:** Aqua America
- **Location:** Garden, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $78,832
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Microsoft Office, Reliability Engineering
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/system-operator-garden-mi--5d79b313-11cd-468d-833c-82c934552387

## About the Role

System Operations, Natural Resources, Customer Support/Service, Quality of Life, Reliability Engineering, Natural Gas, Customer Experience, Electrical Components, Pumps, Plumbing, * 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. Employee will receive annual contract increases.