Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training, Oklahoma City, OK

About the role

At Jacobs, we challenge what's currently accepted to shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most – people. Jacobs is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training to join our team in Oklahoma City, OK, where you'll join a collaborative team ensuring clients can deliver their services uninterrupted.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, including equipment maintenance and quality control testing
• Contribute to program success with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges in municipal facilities
• Operate treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent
• Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge readings
• Collect samples and maintain shift logs
• Take action to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of yourself and your team
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Basic experience operating water/wastewater treatment plants
• Basic understanding of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and ability to enter data into a maintenance management system
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, shift work, and on-call duty as required
• Valid driver's license with no major infractions
• Ability to obtain an Oklahoma Class D Wastewater License within 6 months of hire date
• Regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites and project locations; acceptable driving record required
• Telematics & Dash Camera acknowledgement required for fleet vehicles

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Current or working towards a first-level water/wastewater treatment certification
• Basic familiarity with principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations, valves, pumps, and motors
• Safe work practices

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. This position spends a substantial amount of time performing safety-sensitive labor or services. The role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites and project locations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (allocated plans start at 17 days per calendar year)
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Legally mandated benefits

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $34,700.00 to $45,100.00; compensation is paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis as required by the nature of the role. The position requires availability for weekends, holidays, shift work, and on-call duty.