Industrial Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician

Woodard & Curran • Bound Brook, NJ

5d • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Woodard & Curran is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate will work directly with experienced operators on a daily basis as part of the team. The ideal candidate should be focused and ambitious as career advancement opportunities are awarded based on performance. You will regularly participate in the daily operations and maintenance of our Industrial Wastewater Treatment facilities as directed by the Project Manager. This position requires the candidate to work a regular 40-hour week based on five (5) eight hour shifts from Sunday through Thursday, 6:30am to 3:00pm. The ability to provide weekend and off hour coverage, and emergency response is required.

Requirements

• High School or trade school diploma required.
• 2-4 years of experience in operations & maintenance of a water and/or wastewater treatment facility; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical ability and overall adaptability to changing conditions and environments.
• A hands-on approach to troubleshooting, identifying, and resolving maintenance related issues that arise in the treatment system.
• OSHA 40hr. HAZWOPER with current 8hr. refresher (if applicable).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment system.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in water and wastewater treatment work.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, drawings and specifications for work assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• A strong work ethic and team first approach.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• New Jersey Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License (N), is preferred or the ability to obtain through the operator’s exam, or reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Regularly participate in the daily operations and maintenance of Industrial Wastewater Treatment facilities as directed by the Project Manager.
• Provide weekend and off-hour coverage, and emergency response.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve maintenance related issues that arise in the treatment system.
• Operate and maintain the Wastewater Treatment system.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
• Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
• Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED