Licensed Wastewater Operator III - Baton Rouge, LA

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Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As an Operator III , you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services uninterrupted.  Based in Baton Rouge, LA , you’ll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of the collection system on an assigned shift. You’ll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/ wastewater, sludge, and effluent  
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels  
• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings  
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control  
• Trains junior Operations staff. 
• Directs the work in the operation and minor maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant  
• Starts and stops pump, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes 
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings  
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses  
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties  
• Makes operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel
• Belt Filter Press operations 
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions 
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work 
• Performs other duties as required 

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together

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Here's what you'll need

• Experience operating a wastewater treatment facility 
• Experience with sound safety principles and practices 
• Experience with computer operations with the ability to prepare spreadsheets and word processing documents, and enter information into maintenance management system 
• Possess a valid driver’s license with no major infractions

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Possess or able to obtain a Class III wastewater operator certification within 3 years of hire
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision  
• Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, data management systems and be able to operate plant PLC’s and SCADA systems

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. 

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

50,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

65,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $50,000.00 to $65,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on May 18, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Baton Rouge	Louisiana	United States
Baton Rouge	Louisiana	United States