Wastewater Operator

Inframark•Downingtown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Operator I operates and maintains equipment at wastewater treatment facilities. The role supports treatment processes through routine testing, monitoring, maintenance, documentation, and emergency repairs. Operators help keep facilities clean, neat, and secure and provide customer service when necessary. The position involves rotating 12-hour shifts from 7 to 7, alternating biweekly between days and nights, and includes every other weekend and holidays. Operators must also be willing to respond to 24-hour emergency on-call needs. A wastewater license is not required for consideration, but may be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.
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, a helpful attitude, and the ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.
Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, appropriate escalation of issues, and quality checking.
Ability to work well with supervision, complete projects, follow company policies and SOPs, and manage multiple tasks.
Positive attitude, accountability, and willingness to take on additional assignments.
Willingness to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call duty.

Nice To Haves

Previous water or wastewater treatment experience.
Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses.
Commercial driver's license (CDL preferred).
Water or wastewater operator's license specific to state and site requirements; the posting states a wastewater license is not required but will be considered.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment and machinery, including valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, and vehicles.
Conduct routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water and wastewater unit processes, and 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 call-outs 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.