Treatment Plant Operator I

MyHR Partner, Inc • Allentown, PA

1d • $25 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

At Lehigh County Authority, your role as a Treatment Plant Operator I directly protects public health and the environment by keeping clean water flowing and wastewater safely treated. If you’re curious, hands-on, and interested in building a career in water treatment, wastewater operations, or environmental services, this is your opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact - every single shift! In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced operators to keep our water filtration and wastewater treatment systems running safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• High school or GED diploma + training in water treatment or wastewater treatment OR Completion of Sacramento State Water or Wastewater Treatment coursework (Volumes I & II) OR 2 years of college-level coursework in biology, chemistry, civil engineering, or a related field OR 2 years of hands-on experience in a water/wastewater plant at the maintenance worker level
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks (climbing stairs/ladders, handling equipment)
• Willingness to obtain a PA Class A Water or Wastewater Operator Certification within 2 years

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor treatment systems across water and wastewater plants, helping ensure safe, compliant operations that serve the community.
• Adjust pumps, valves, and controls to maintain proper flow and treatment levels, directly impacting water quality and environmental safety.
• Collect and analyze samples at various stages of the treatment process to support accurate testing and regulatory compliance.
• Read gauges, meters, and control panels (including computerized systems) to identify trends, prevent issues, and keep operations running smoothly.
• Add and adjust treatment chemicals according to established standards, supporting safe and effective purification processes.
• Identify equipment issues and support troubleshooting, escalating complex maintenance needs to senior operators when needed.
• Document readings and maintain logs, ensuring accurate reporting and continuity between shifts.
• Rotate between facilities as needed, gaining exposure to a variety of systems and expanding your technical skill set.

Benefits

• Starting pay: $24.53/hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for you AND your eligible dependents with no employee paid premiums.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, personal days, and holidays
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Access to two retirement plans - a pension through the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement Plan and a 457 plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary benefits available

What This Job Offers

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