Utilities Operator

Description

Northrop Grumman Defense System Sector is currently seeking a Utility Operator(Union) to join our team in Rocket Center, WV, just outside of Cumberland, MD. The Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL) site in Rocket Center designs, develops, and manufactures tactical rocket motors, medium caliber ammunition, composite components and end items, and fuze and electronics equipment. For decades, the dedicated and highly skilled team at ABL has supported national security efforts by developing and building defense systems for DoD customers and U.S. allies.

Learn more about our site here:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/careers/northrop-grumman-in-rocket-center-west-virginia

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Job Description:

Under minimum supervision, operate Class II Drinking water plant and Industrial Wastewater Plant, plus operate a non-potable extraction and filter plant for boiler use, plus Class S wastewater plant. Will be responsible for process control, compliant operation of water and wastewater plants including record keeping.  Make periodic checks of all equipment and make minor repairs and adjustments as appropriate to ensure continuity of operation. Operate natural gas, oil fired steam boilers on plant in a safe manner consistent with accepted operating procedures for industry. Operate boiler feed water treatment systems, and blowdown treatment systems. Maintain all necessary records and paperwork.   Candidate must be flexible in accepting additional duties as assigned by supervision.  Shift work and Overtime will be required.

The utility operator in this position will be responsible for maintaining excellent housekeeping at the water, wastewater and/or boiler plants and working directly with the maintenance department to keep all equipment operating properly.  This operator will be responsible for helping train and instruct other utility operators in the proper operation of equipment and systems. 

Pay Rates (Note: these are union rates and are non-negotiable)

Class I Utility Operator: $34.39 per hour

Class II Utility Operator: $33.39 per hour

Basic Qualifications:

For Class 1 Utility Operator:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Class S Waster Water certification required within 1 year
• Class II water license required
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience operating natural gas and oil-fired boilers and experience with steam boilers is preferred.
• 4 years of experience operating potable water treatment plants, and/or 4 years’ experience operating waster plants, collecting water and wastewater samples while using proper techniques while maintaining proper records.

For Class 2 Utility Operator:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience operating natural gas and oil-fired boilers and experience with steam boilers is preferred. OR 4 years of experience operating potable water treatment plants, and/or 4 years’ experience operating waster plants, collecting water and wastewater samples while using proper techniques while maintaining proper records.
• Class S Waster Water certification is required within 1 year. Class II water license required.