Wastewater Collection Systems Operator

Woodard & Curran • Adelanto, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, environmental safety, and community well-being. As an employee-owned company, we foster collaboration and inclusivity, seeking diverse talent to address water and environmental challenges. We prioritize our people by offering professional growth, ownership, and flexibility, enabling us to make a significant impact on clients, communities, and the planet. Our team of certified operators, engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts efficiently manages challenging operational issues and keeps treatment plants compliant. We also support employees in obtaining and maintaining industry certifications.

Our wastewater collection system operators are responsible for the operations and maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems and Wastewater Pumping Stations. This includes tasks such as CCTV work, line repair and replacement, road flagging, and water disconnects. Operators may also support water and/or wastewater treatment plant equipment operations. The role involves skilled, journeyman-level work in monitoring, repairing, and controlling pump station and plant equipment and processes, working under the supervision of the Lead Operator and Project Manager.

Requirements

• A self-motivated, positive, can-do attitude!
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Applicant must possess a valid CA Class C Driver’s License.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Nice To Haves

• A valid CDL license is highly desirable.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience in the wastewater industry is preferred.
• CWEA Collection System Maintenance certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the operations and maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems and Wastewater Pumping Stations.
• Perform CCTV work, line repair and replacement, road flagging, and water disconnects.
• Operate water and/or wastewater treatment plant equipment in a support role.
• Perform skilled, journeyman-level work in monitoring, repairing, and controlling the functioning of pump station and plant equipment and processes.
• Work under the direct or general supervision of the Lead Operator and Project Manager.

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
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees