Wastewater Operator

The Wastewater Treatment Operator I plays a vital role in the day-to-day operations of wastewater treatment, performing a variety of duties related to the collection, treatment, and distribution of water and wastewater. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Teamwork and shared perspectives are essential to delivering the best outcomes.

About the role

An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued.

Pay

Starting rate: $23.78 per hour. Two pay increases within the first year, up to $1.00 total. Double time pay on Sundays.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starting Day 1
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee discounts
• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Responsibilities

• Operate the wastewater treatment system in compliance with organizational discharge limits.
• Operate wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment to control flow and processing of wastewater.
• Monitor control panels and adjust valves manually or by remote control to regulate flow of influent and chemicals.
• Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret metered, gauged readings, and test results to determine load requirements.
• Start and stop pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of wastewater through filtering, settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes.
• Maintain log of operations and record meter and gauge readings.
• Assist with and monitor the load-out of sludges.
• Perform routine inspections of tanks and other associated equipment to ensure mechanical and physical integrity of the system.
• Perform preventative maintenance of wastewater plant equipment and basic troubleshooting of maintenance/electrical issues.
• Perform wastewater plant sampling of processes and complete analysis of samples.
• Perform monitoring of wastewater plant processes and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform sampling, filtration, and preservation of monitoring wells. May conduct tests such as pH, turbidity, and chemical concentrations (bench testing).
• Perform wetland volume remaining inspections and accurately document findings.
• May operate and maintain power generating equipment to provide air and electricity for the plant.
• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of wastewater treatment experience or equivalent training/certification strongly preferred.
• Basic mechanical competency with standard wastewater equipment, including pumps and automation.
• Wastewater Operator Certification required by state agency or obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
• Functional and technical knowledge, with the ability to learn new skills quickly and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to apply logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Proficiency in basic math, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Basic computer operational skills; ability to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Able to exchange basic informational data, fill out forms/checklists, copy data, interview to gather information, advise others on alternatives/options, coach and counsel others, and read, understand, and explain technical data.
• Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of federal and state regulations, procedures, and standards.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Schedule

6 AM - 6 PM