Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lebanon County, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to take on an important role that helps protect public health and the environment? As a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, you will work with advanced systems that keep the facility running safely. Your efforts will directly support the overall mission of Fort Indiantown Gap through reliable and compliant wastewater management. Step into a position where your daily work strengthens a critical operation. Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee program and certification as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant; or Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant.
• Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than a Class B, Subclass E, 1 and 4 Certification.
• Possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.
• Must obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction removed within one year of employment, and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Formal training in wastewater management
• Experience operating a Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) wastewater treatment plant (WWTP)
• Experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of motors, pumps, compressors, valves, filters, and other related wastewater treatment equipment
• Experience performing sampling and testing of plant influent or effluent for environmental protection

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment systems, including a Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) unit and lift stations
• Inspect, maintain, and repair pumps, motors, filters, and related treatment equipment
• Conduct water quality tests and record accurate results to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Track daily flows, document activities, and update logs and reports as required
• Follow all environmental rules, safety guidelines, and permit requirements
• Support storm operations, respond to system issues, and assist during urgent situations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed