Wastewater Operator or Operator in Training

Inframark • Suwanee, GA

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About The Position

The Operator I operates and maintains equipment in wastewater treatment facilities. The role includes operating facility machinery and equipment, conducting routine testing and monitoring, performing and documenting treatment processes and maintenance, and recording plant performance. The operator also responds to callouts and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment and supports facility cleanliness, security, and customer service as needed. The position requires willingness to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call duty.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Water or wastewater operator's license specific to state and site-specific requirements; other licenses may vary according to site and assignment.
• Willingness, aptitude, and self-discipline to study required material and meet prerequisites for water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures, and safe practices.
• Ability to perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules.
• Ability to follow manuals and operating instructions.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the internet.
• Basic knowledge of water and wastewater operations.
• Clear and professional communication; contributes to a positive internal and external customer experience, helps others, and maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Attention to detail; identifies and solves problems, escalates issues appropriately, and checks work for quality.
• Works well with supervision, completes projects, follows company policies and standard operating procedures, and manages multiple tasks.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, acts in accordance with company vision, mission, and values, takes accountability for performance, and is willing to take on additional assignments.
• Willingness to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call duty.
• Ability to frequently lift 50–60 pounds, load, unload, and move large equipment and tools, access confined spaces, and continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.

Nice To Haves

• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience.
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses.
• Commercial driver's license (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery, including valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, and vehicles.
• Conduct routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells and water and wastewater unit processes, including basic laboratory analyses.
• Perform and document treatment processes and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
• Document plant performance, including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage, and dosage.
• Respond to callouts and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation, and electrical support.
• Ensure facilities are clean, neat, and secure.
• Provide customer service functions when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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