Wastewater Operator

About the role

The Wastewater Operator I is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in wastewater treatment facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
• Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

Qualifications

• Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• Ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules.
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred).
• Water/Wastewater Operator’s License specific to state and site-specific requirements.
• Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.

Skills

• Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.
• Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.
• Managing for Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.
• Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Wellness plan

Pay

Salary range: $20.00–$23.00 per hour depending on level of experience.

Schedule

All shifts required, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call rotation.

Physical demands

• Frequently lift 50–60 pounds
• Load, unload, and move large equipment/tools
• Access confined spaces
• Continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders