Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, technology, or natural science discipline
• At least 7 years of relevant experience with a minimum of 3 years of related water systems utility and/or sewage treatment plant experience
• Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of pumps, electrical systems, control systems, and piping systems
• Experience with chemical treatment and filtration systems
• Ability to read and interpret underground utility drawings, P&I drawings, architectural and mechanical drawings
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communications skills – will interact with regulators, customers, and management on a regular basis
• Experience in supervising, coordinating, and interfacing with bargaining unit personnel
• Solid time management skills and the ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple projects and tasks.  Acute attention to details
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Possess a valid NYS Driver’s license

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of New York State Sanitary Code Part 5; Subpart 5-1, Public Water Systems and Sub Part 5.4 - Classification and Certification of Community and Non-transient Non-community Water System Operators.
• NYSDOH Class IIB Water System Operator certification
• NYSDOH Class D (Distribution) certification
• NYSDEC Grade 3A Waste water Plant Operator certification
• Experience with preventative maintenance management software
• Experience with communicating and interfacing with various regulatory agencies
• Familiarity with AWWA standards
• Familiarity with 10 States Standards - Recommended Standards for Water Works
• Familiarity with 10 States Standards - Recommended Standards for Wastewater facilities
• Working knowledge of sewage treatment plant and sanitary collections systems (forced and gravity) 
• Understanding of the biology associated with a wastewater treatment plant
• Familiar with SCADA systems and PLC controls
• Knowledge of safety programs, such as confined space, lock-out/tag-out, etc.

Environmental, Safety, and Health, Considerations:

• Standing, bending, and lifting, up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to enter confined spaces
• Ability to climb fixed and portable ladders and work at heights up to 30 feet
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment
• Work outdoors/cold environments and indoors/hot environments

Additional Information:

Employee is required to obtain and maintain a NYSDOH IIB & D license within approximately 12-16 months of hire; employee will also be expected to work towards obtaining and maintaining a NYSDOH IB and NYSDEC 3A certification.

All employees are expected to work safely.  Each employee has environment, safety, and health, responsibilities. The employee is required to participate in achieving compliance in our ES&H policies including, but not limited to, emergency preparedness and response, efficiently servicing and maintaining a variety of process systems equipment and overall plant infrastructure. Occasional travel may be required to attend training classes, special meetings, conferences, or events.

At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Swimming Pool, Weight Room, Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

*VEVRAA Federal Contractor