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Senior Water/Wastewater Operator (Lead)
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Operator to oversee daily operations of a water/wastewater treatment plant. This role includes supervising staff, ensuring process control, maintaining compliance, and supporting plant performance and maintenance activities.
Pay: $30.33 per hour
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise plant operations and operators on assigned shift
- Monitor and adjust treatment processes (chemical dosing, flow rates, etc.)
- Perform and review sampling, lab testing, and process control
- Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions
- Maintain reports, logs, and regulatory documentation
- Inspect equipment and coordinate maintenance needs
- Train and support operators and operators-in-training
- Serve as backup to Operations Manager when needed
- Respond to alarms, on-call situations, and emergencies
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience in water/wastewater operations (multi-level operator experience required)
- Knowledge of plant operations, lab testing, and process control
- Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to work on-call and travel between sites as needed
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Additional Information
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
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