Water Treatment Operations Consultant

Kimley-HornMesa, AZ
Remote

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Water Treatment System Operator near Chandler, AZ with 2+ years of experience to join their Water and Wastewater team. This is a full-time role for a Certified Water Treatment System Operator.

Requirements

  • A High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent.
  • Candidates at minimum must possess an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade 1 – 4 Water Treatment Plant Operator's Certification (or equivalent certification from a reciprocal jurisdiction) at time of application.
  • A minimum of two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water and/or wastewater treatment plants and related facilities.
  • Strong documentation habits and comfort with math/process calculations.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with clients and regulatory contacts.
  • Experience or willingness to mentor junior operators and support their development.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor treatment processes (e.g., pump stations, cartridge filters, granular activated carbon, RO, disinfection, and SCADA) to maintain EPA and Tribal compliance and operating targets.
  • Perform process control sampling and basic lab testing (e.g., pH, Alkalinity, TDS, chlorine residual, SDI, turbidity as applicable); interpret results and adjust operations and chemical dosing accordingly.
  • Conduct routine equipment inspections/rounds; identify abnormal conditions and take corrective action.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical/electrical/process issues; coordinate repairs with maintenance staff and/or contractors.
  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks (lubrication, cleaning, calibration checks) and maintain housekeeping and safety standards.
  • Respond to alarms and operational upsets; participate in after-hours/holiday/on-call rotation.
  • Maintain accurate shift logs, work orders, chemical usage, meter readings, and compliance documentation.
  • Follow safety programs and participate in training and safety meetings.
  • Support SOP updates, optimization initiatives, and audits/inspections.
  • Communicate professionally with clients and stakeholders on system status, findings, and compliance; adapt messaging for technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Mentor junior operators and trainees on equipment, safe practices, and process control; assist supervisors in evaluating progress.

Benefits

  • 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
  • Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
  • Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
  • New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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