Water/Wastewater Operator

Inframark•Lititz, PA

About The Position

The Water/Wastewater Operator I operates and maintains equipment at water and/or wastewater treatment facilities. The role involves routine testing, monitoring, maintenance, documentation of treatment processes and facility performance, and responding to equipment repairs and emergencies. The operator helps keep facilities clean, orderly, and secure and may provide customer service. The position requires mechanical ability and a willingness to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call duties. The stated shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with alternating on-call duties. Inframark’s Operations and Maintenance team provides water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. The company describes its work as supporting employees, protecting the environment and communities, and advancing sustainability and community impact.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Water/Wastewater Operator’s License specific to state and site-specific requirements; other licenses may vary by site and assignment.
Mechanical ability.
Willingness, aptitude, and self-discipline to study required material and meet prerequisites to obtain 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 customer experience, helps others, and maintains 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, willingness to take on additional assignments, and conduct aligned with company vision, mission, and values.
Willingness to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call duty.
Ability to frequently lift 50–60 pounds, 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, 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 and 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.