Part-time Treatment Plant Operator - Bethpage, NY

KOMAN Government Solutions, LLC (KGS), a wholly-owned 8(a) subsidiary of the Natives of Kodiak (NOK), provides high-quality remediation, consulting, engineering, waste management, munition and construction services. KGS is characterized by our financial stability, positive and profitable growth and an excellent safety record. Our client base includes the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Marine, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Guard Bureau, Federal Aviation Administration, as well as various state, municipal and commercial entities.

We have an immediate need for a part-time (20-hours per week) Treatment Plant Operator located in the vicinity of the Naval Weapons Industrial Reserve Plant (NWIRP), Bethpage, New York. The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M), monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing various treatment plants. These may include groundwater treatment plants, wastewater pretreatment/treatment plants, drinking water treatment plants, soil vapor extraction/air sparge (SVE/AS) systems, or other treatment plants. The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for general plant and property maintenance and implementation of onsite safety and quality control.

Benefits:

• Our full-time employees are eligible for an outstanding benefits package that consists of medical, dental, vision, life / disability insurance and 401k with match.
• The rate of pay for this position is $35 to $38 per hour along with health and welfare benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform Treatment Plant O&M in accordance with prescribed requirements including discharge permit requirements.
• Perform instrument calibration/measurement/data recording for operating parameters.
• Collect process samples to be shipped for laboratory analysis.
• Perform routine maintenance items such as filter changeouts, carbon backwashing, carbon or other media changeouts, pump and motor servicing, and/or any other routine maintenance required.
• Respond to system call-outs as required within 4 hours to keep the treatment plants running continuously.
• Perform/oversee routine site maintenance including limited mowing and snow removal.
• Treat water generating from construction dewatering events.
• Perform troubleshooting activities. Assist with repairs and treatment plant upgrades or modifications.
• Prepare daily reports to be emailed to the Project Manager.
• Prepare monthly reports including discharge monitoring reports
• Oversee onsite activities to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.
• Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory.
• Assist in generating Request for Information and Change Order documents, including labor and materials costs for necessary maintenance.
• Prepare internal reports pertaining to job status.
• Oversee subcontractors
• Familiarity/experience with operation/control of:
  • Remote recovery wells
  • Air Stripping
  • Bag Filtration
  • GAC filtration
  • Advance oxidation process (AOP)
  • Chemical handling.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.
• OSHA 40 hr HAZWOPER Training preferred.
• Basic mechanical skills to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and direct repairs on groundwater extraction and treatment system components.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office suite and SCADA systems.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work in the field on hazardous waste sites.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be a US citizen and can obtain security clearance/badges for access to secure military installations.
• Must possess valid US driver’s license and good driving record.
• Position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment criminal record and driving background checks.

Pre-employment drug testing and physical are required, as well as compliance with Corporate Drug-Free Workplace Program.

As a Federal Contract Employer, KOMAN Families of Companies follows Federal Laws as it pertains to drug testing. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo drug testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Federal Law. It is important to note although a State may have legalized a controlled substance, if the controlled substance is illegal per Federal Law, it is then considered to be illegal. KOMAN Families of Companies is a Drug-Free Workplace. Successful completion of a background and DMV record check also must be completed prior to hire.

Preference will be given to Natives of Kodiak, Inc. Shareholders and Descendants of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i)

KGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.