Lead Wastewater & Water Systems Operator III

$70k - $80k

Jean Simpson Personnel Services

Job Description

Why this role matters: Clean, reliable water and compliant wastewater treatment keep communities healthy. As our Lead Operator III, you ensure uninterrupted service, safe work practices, and adherence to state and federal requirements—while guiding less-experienced operators to perform at their best.

Position snapshot

Pay: $70,000–$80,000 DOE
Location: Bossier City, LA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Call Required

Is this you?

Experienced in industrial or environmental operations and maintenance (3+ years) with a focus on water and/or wastewater?
Holding an active Louisiana Department of Health Wastewater Collection Class III and/or Wastewater Treatment Class III certification?
Comfortable operating a belt press and a 3 MGD activated sludge facility?
Skilled at troubleshooting pumps, valves, electrical components, and complex process issues?
Committed to safety, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance?
Licensed to drive in Louisiana and confident leading Operators I and II?

What you'll take ownership of

Daily operations and maintenance for water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment systems.
Hands-on leadership: mentoring, assigning work, and assisting Operators I & II as needed.
Inspection routines: wells, treatment equipment, system components, and facilities.
Compliance tasks: sample collection, required lab testing, and precise operational records.
Field duties: utility locates; meter reads and re-reads.
Repairs: water/sewer lines, pumps, valves, and related mechanical/electrical equipment.
Vendor/contractor coordination for specialized services.
Collection system monitoring, flow issue response, and blockage clearing support.
Plant operations including belt press use and preventive maintenance per schedule.
Housekeeping and safety: clean, organized sites; strict PPE and policy adherence.
Team collaboration and emergency/on-call response.

What you need to succeed

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum three (3) years in industrial/environmental O&M—preferably water/wastewater—or equivalent education/experience.
Active LA Dept. of Health Wastewater Collection Class III and/or Wastewater Treatment Class III certification.
Valid Louisiana driver's license.
Strong grasp of treatment processes, systems operations, and regulatory frameworks.
Mechanical repair aptitude and basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
Ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and technical procedures.
Proven reporting and recordkeeping accuracy.
Capability with mathematical calculations required by LA operator certification standards.

Physical realities of the job

Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and hands-on work.
Routinely lifting/moving up to 50 lbs.
Working indoors/outdoors across changing weather.
Operating near moving mechanical equipment, electrical components, and other hazards—always with PPE.
Noise levels that may occasionally be loud.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Benefits package

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement

Where you'll shine

Equipment Troubleshooting
Wastewater Treatment
Water Treatment
Troubleshooting Skills
Basic Electrical Troubleshooting
Belt Press
Environmental Operations
Industrial Maintenance
Maintenance Manuals
Mathematical Calculations
Mechanical Repairs
Regulatory Compliance
Safety Rules
System Operations
Technical Procedures
Water and Wastewater Operations

Tools you'll use

SCADA
Belt Press
Flow Meters
Pressure Gauges
Process Instrumentation
Utility Locating Equipment
Wastewater Treatment Systems

If leading by example and safeguarding community infrastructure motivates you, we invite you to apply.

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