Wastewater Operator

 

Responsibilities

 

• Operate a wide range of equipment and machinery, including valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, and vehicles.


• Conduct routine testing, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of production wells and wastewater systems.


• Perform and document treatment processes and equipment maintenance; track daily flow and chemical usage.


• Respond to callouts and after-hours emergencies involving treatment equipment, instrumentation, and electrical systems.


• Ensure the facility remains secure and clean; perform grounds maintenance as needed.


• Train employees on plant operations, repair and installation procedures, SOPs, and safety practices.


• Deliver customer service as needed and communicate regarding routine technical operations.


• Coordinate maintenance activities within the treatment facility.


• Perform additional duties as assigned.


• Willing to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and during 24-hour emergency call-outs.


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Education & Experience

 

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Minimum of 1 year of experience in wastewater operations.


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Licenses & Certifications

 

• Valid Driver's License (CDL preferred).


• Class III or IV Active Wastewater Operator license required.

 

Technical Skills

 

• Ability to follow operating manuals and instructions.


• Advanced knowledge of wastewater systems.


• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet tools.


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Communication

 

• Clear and professional communication.


• Maintains composure in challenging situations.


• Collaborates effectively and accepts feedback.

 

Problem Solving & Quality

 

• High attention to detail.


• Proactively identifies and resolves complex issues.


• Suggests process improvements and quality enhancements.


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Managing for Results

 

• Works independently and completes tasks with minimal supervision.


• Manages multiple priorities effectively.


• Demonstrates flexibility with scheduling and workflows.


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Leadership & Initiative

 

• Positive, accountable, and aligned with company values.


• Willing to lead and mentor others.


• Seeks development opportunities and assumes responsibility in the supervisor's absence.

Physical Demands

 

• Ability to frequently lift 50–60 pounds.


• Regular movement, including walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and accessing confined spaces.