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Water or Wastewater Treatment Operator

Woodard & Curran•Englewood, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

Woodard & Curran is hiring a Water/Wastewater Operator or Operator Trainee for its Englewood, Ohio Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities. The position works alongside experienced team members to operate and maintain treatment systems. Depending on experience, the employee can learn on the job, develop technical skills, and work toward an Ohio operator license. Training and operator-certification support are available, with opportunities to develop and advance in the water industry. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule shared among facility staff to provide emergency response coverage when needed. Compensation is $23.00 to $30.00 per hour; starting pay depends on experience, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant factors. This hands-on role involves outdoor work in varied weather conditions and safely accessing tanks, manholes, and confined spaces according to established safety procedures. The role requires regularly lifting and moving up to 40 pounds and successfully completing required background, physical, and drug screening processes.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to obtain an Ohio EPA Wastewater Treatment Works or Drinking Water Treatment Operator License within two years of employment.
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
  • Regularly lift and move up to 40 pounds.
  • Safely access tanks, manholes, and confined spaces in accordance with established safety procedures.
  • Successfully complete required background, physical, and drug screening processes.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous water or wastewater treatment experience.
  • Mechanical maintenance experience, particularly with pumps and valves.
  • Technical, mechanical, industrial, utilities, or vocational training.
  • Strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, dependability, safety-mindedness, eagerness to learn, and interest in a long-term career in water and wastewater operations.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor wastewater treatment equipment and processes.
  • Perform routine maintenance on plant systems, pumps, valves, and equipment.
  • Conduct laboratory testing and sampling, and record results.
  • Help maintain the facility, grounds, and equipment.
  • Troubleshoot operational issues and support reliable plant performance.
  • Follow safety procedures and help the facility meet regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in the rotating on-call schedule to provide emergency response coverage when needed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Training and support for operator certification.
  • Opportunities to develop skills and advance a career.

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