NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Operator in Training
Racine, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$61K/yr - $67K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is a company that focuses on providing solutions for public sector organizations, and they are seeking an Operator in Training. The role involves efficiently operating and maintaining water treatment facilities to ensure the delivery of high-quality drinking water while adhering to state and federal regulations.
GovernmentSoftwareHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyGovTech
Responsibilities
Monitors and controls water plant production, delivery and storage using monitors, sensors, and the computer supervisory control and data acquisition network. (SCADA)
Generates daily, monthly, and yearly records of all operation data, plumage, filter plant and chemical data, including mathematical computations, as required
Abides with treatment methods prescribed by State and Federal regulations, as well as Utility standard operating procedures. (SOP)
Collects routine water samples and performs laboratory tests to determine water quality and effectiveness of treatment processes
Makes pumping decisions to ensure proper amount of water pumped into the plant for treatment and for delivery to meet customer demand using the most energy-efficient means
Checks and fills all treatment chemical storage containers, and makes chemical dosage decisions to ensure proper treatment of water; also verifies chemical delivery manifests and unloads treatment plant chemical shipments
Monitors the membrane plant regularly and makes any adjustments needed to continue operation, and cleans the membrane trains as scheduled, or as conditions require
Answers all incoming telephone calls on 2nd and 3rd shifts, holidays and weekends, or when the clerk/dispatcher is unavailable; dispatches plant and distribution system emergency stand-by personnel, as required, noting all emergency calls on proper forms, and directs customer complaints to appropriate departments
Checks plant boiler systems for proper operation and water levels
Performs daily security procedures for Utility Hubbard Street facilities
Operates generator plant during emergency events and non-emergency testing
Works cooperatively with other departments and staff to respond appropriately to emergency situations, and water treatment and pumping problems
Performs custodial duties on equipment and buildings
Adheres to all safety procedures as defined by the Utility work and safety rules
Qualification
Required
Associate degree related to water treatment or electro-mechanical technology, natural sciences, environmental science, or related degree; or combination of training and 2 years of municipal water plant or distribution system work experience, or equivalent experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
Wisconsin DNR Waterworks Operator Surface Water license certification is required within 6 months of hire
City of Racine Facilities Engineer license is required within 1 year of hire
Proficiency with computer applications is required; including desired knowledge of programmable logic controllers
Valid state-issued driver's license is required
Preferred
Wet laboratory skill and knowledge is preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
Racine Employee Health and Wellness Center
Life Insurance
Pension
Vacation
Holidays
Sick Leave
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flex Plans
Deferred Compensation
Supplemental Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Wellness Incentive
Fitness Reimbursement
Paid Leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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