Water / Wastewater Operator

About the role

We have an immediate opportunity for a Water / Wastewater Operator located in New Jersey. Under the direction of our Operations Manager, this position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of water / wastewater treatment plants and collection systems at multiple locations throughout New Jersey. This position will be based in our Toms River, NJ office.

Responsibilities

• Affirm the proper operation of water / wastewater treatment plants and collection systems in accordance with company policies and procedures and in conformance with the requirements of NJDEP.
• Perform the necessary monitoring required as part of the operation of the water / wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.
• Perform all necessary preventive maintenance on water / wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.
• Inspect daily and maintain the condition and appearance of all stations.
• Maintain all records pertaining to maintenance and treatment as required.
• Conduct sampling of the water distribution system and wastewater treatment plants and collection systems as needed.
• Drive long distances on a daily basis within the state.
• Be available nights and weekends to answer emergency service calls should they arise.
• May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and/or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience as a Water/Wastewater Operator or related position.
• Absolutely required: Valid NJDEP Public Wastewater Collection System (C License), Public Wastewater Treatment System (S License) and Public Water Treatment System (T License).
• Candidates must possess a desire to work towards obtaining new/additional NJDEP operator licenses.
• Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• This position will require driving long distances on a daily basis within the state.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• An associate's degree in Engineering Technology preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• A wellness program, health savings account, flexible spending account, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, and paid family leave.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Access to temporary/casual employees' benefits, including 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave.