$37.15/hr- Semi Equipment Operator/Hauler

Requisition ID: 110483 

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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

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Position Information

Pay rate: $37.15/hour

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. 

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! 

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! 

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Primary Role

Illinois American Water is seeking a Sewer Jet Rodder Operator to join our team in Woodridge, IL . This role will work hand-in-hand with our plant operators in helping to identify material that needs to be prioritized and hauled. You will be responsible for operating a variety of machinery including sludge and belt presses. You will also work with our contractor when removing solids from the processing plant. This is a great opportunity to learn and explore the water production and operations!

The successful bidder will have a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Tanker Endorsement (“N”). This position will be responsible for transporting liquid sludge to and from Chicago-Metro’s wastewater facilities, as well overseeing the liquid and biosolids processes for Chicago-Metro’s wastewater operations. With a goal toward optimizing plant operations, and with supervisory support, the Semi Equipment Operator will additionally assist other wastewater personnel with sludge management processes as well as perform facility/grounds maintenance and upkeep as needed.

Key Accountabilities

• Load and transport liquid sludge from one wastewater facility to another.
• Belt Press operations and daily upkeep of sludge management data.
• Inventory and ordering of polymer and sludge management related chemicals.
• Basic maintenance and upkeep of the sludge truck/tanker, sludge loading tractor, and any other vehicles used.
• Provide regular feedback to operators and/or foreperson regarding the sludge management process.
• Intentional and daily contributions to facility cleanliness and order. Includes general housekeeping as well as general grounds upkeep.
• Facility, operational, and/or maintenance assistance (cleaning tanks, oil changes, painting, daily operations, etc.) at multiple facilities as requested by Operators, the Foreperson, or Management.

Knowledge/Skills

• Responsible for the safe operation of all daily functions including those involving the sludge tractor/trailer, dump trailer, sludge loading tractor, belt press, and other facility equipment
• Follow all safety rules and operation procedures as established by the Company.
• When applicable, and as part of the sludge management process, this person may collect liquid sludge and/or cake samples.
• Mathematical aptitude to effectively perform calculations associated with the position and to ensure efficiencies in sludge management operations.
• Mechanical aptitude to service and maintain a wide variety of machinery and equipment, including the tractor trailer used for liquid sludge hauling, dump trailer, sludge loading tractor, and belt press (when applicable)
• Comply with all requirements to provide high quality biosolids treatment as established by the company and governmental regulatory and environmental agencies.
• The ability to learn and use computer programs such as Outlook, Microsoft Office, Waterly (Production Department’s data entry system), and MapCall.
• Familiarity with SCADA computer systems for utilities.
• Must be available for work after business hours and during emergencies
• Physical capability to perform heavy manual labor in all types of weather
• Must be reliable, responsible, organized, resourceful and able to think and act promptly, all while most often working alone
• Perform housekeeping duties around the facility
• Work with plant operator to perform tasks around the facility
• Ability to cooperate/collaborate with other wastewater and laboratory personnel
• Perform backup operational duties with wastewater operations
• Good written and verbal skills
• Prompt reporting of safety or environmental concerns or those relating to the loading/unloading of sludge or overall management of the wastewater facilities
• Strong problem solving and prioritizing skills
• All other duties as assigned by management

Experience/Education

• Possession of a valid Illinois Class “A” CDL with “N” endorsement as well as a safe driving record
• Must be able to meet all applicable D.O.T. regulations
• Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations is preferred
• Opportunity for growth by learning and obtaining Treatment Operator licensing 

Travel Requirements

• Local travel within service territory required

Work Schedule

• Full-time, on-site
• Sunday-Thursday, 7am-3:30pm
• Opportunity for overtime

Competencies

Plans & Aligns

Decision Making

Communicates Effectively

Builds Networks

Action Oriented

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