Wastewater Operator

About the role

Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. The Wastewater Operator is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in wastewater treatment facilities. NY 2A license required.

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.
• Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call.
• 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, and holidays
• Wellness plan

Pay

Salary range ~ $25–$32 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

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.