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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Grade 2+)
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About the Role
We're hiring an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to troubleshoot operational issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure the reliability and efficiency of utility distribution and treatment processes. This role operates equipment and process control systems while maintaining strict compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Pay: $30.00- $32.00 per hour DOEWhat You'll Do
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to environmental elements, loud noise, moving machinery, confined spaces, heights, and chemicals. PPE use is mandatory. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and remain mobile throughout an 8-hour shift.
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We're hiring an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to troubleshoot operational issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure the reliability and efficiency of utility distribution and treatment processes. This role operates equipment and process control systems while maintaining strict compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Pay: $30.00- $32.00 per hour DOEWhat You'll Do
- Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues; implement corrective actions during assigned shifts
- Perform preventive maintenance on plant systems
- Monitor and operate equipment including gauges, meters, valves, pumps, and motors; adjust chemical dosages and flow rates
- Operate and monitor PLCs and SCADA systems for process control
- Ensure compliance with company and project policies and procedures; report deviations
- Maintain accurate daily logs, rounds, lab records, and required reports
- Utilize and update the CMMS to optimize maintenance activities and documentation
- Collect samples and conduct routine laboratory tests on influent, effluent, biosolids, and industrial discharges
- Manage biosolids processing, hauling, and application in accordance with schedules and regulations
- Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and process control discussions
- Make operational decisions in the absence of supervisory staff
- Communicate operational needs and changes to supervisors
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid state certification for Wastewater Treatment Grade 2 or higher
- Valid state certification for Water Distribution Grade 2 or higher
- Minimum of three years' experience operating wastewater treatment facilities
- Demonstrated advanced operational skills and sound judgment
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
- Valid driver's license
- 3–5 years of experience in wastewater treatment operations
- Knowledge of treatment plant principles, equipment (valves, pumps, motors), and laboratory testing methods
- Understanding of industrial waste impacts on treatment processes
- Familiarity with safety protocols and best practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), CMMS, and data management systems
- Experience operating PLCs and SCADA systems
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to environmental elements, loud noise, moving machinery, confined spaces, heights, and chemicals. PPE use is mandatory. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and remain mobile throughout an 8-hour shift.
#WastewaterTreatment #WaterOperator #UtilityJobs #PlantOperator #SCADA #WaterTreatment #NowHiring #HiringNow #EnvironmentalServices #UtilitiesJobs
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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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