Water Treatment Operator
About The Position
Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time Water Treatment Operator to join their team at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Durham, NH. This role is suitable for individuals starting their career in the water industry or experienced operators looking to advance. The operator will be part of a team focused on delivering safe, high-quality drinking water and protecting natural resources. The company supports employee career development through training, mentoring, professional development, and reimbursement for certifications, with bonus opportunities for higher licensure levels. Operators are crucial in managing and maintaining treatment processes and equipment, involving technical and hands-on tasks such as water quality sampling and analysis, operating treatment systems, equipment maintenance, data entry, and general facility upkeep. The role offers the chance to develop technical skills, solve problems, and ensure reliable water service to the university community. It is ideal for those who enjoy both indoor and outdoor work, are mechanically inclined, and are committed to public health and environmental protection.
Requirements
- High School Degree or Equivalent.
- Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as following safety procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Nice To Haves
- New Hampshire water treatment license preferred, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the water treatment plant and remote water system infrastructure processes and equipment both manually and via SCADA automation, making adjustments as necessary to control their operation.
- Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.
- Monitor remote pumping facilities with inspections and daily sampling as required.
- Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties.
- Establish, maintain and control flow through the water treatment process and into and within the distribution system.
- Utilize asset management software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records.
- Perform general maintenance duties of plant, remote pumping stations and POU treatment locations and other assigned duties.
Benefits
- Employee-owned
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Rotating schedule designed to maximize time off
- Three-day weekend every other week
- Scheduled weekday off when working weekend shifts
- Rotating 'on-call' responsibilities with an additional $200 stipend
- Hands-on training
- Mentoring
- Professional development opportunities
- Reimbursement programs to help earn, maintain, and advance industry certifications
- Bonus opportunities for achieving higher levels of licensure
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
