Lead Wastewater Treatment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

BUILD A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

At Inframark , we help communities maintain the essential infrastructure they rely on every day. We believe our people are our greatest strength, which is why we invest in competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, career development, work-life balance, and a supportive, safety-first culture. Join a team that's committed to making an impact together!

As a Lead Wastewater Treatment Operator , you'll be responsible for training and overseeing the daily activities of Operators, solving complex operations problems, and performing maintenance/operations activities at water/wastewater treatment facilities. A minimum of an Oklahoma B-level Wastewater license is required. 

We are currently hiring Lead Operators in the Jones, OK area . The starting hourly pay is based on experience and can be negotiated with enough industry experience.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE INFRAMARK

• Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
• Home most evenings, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Take advantage of paid training, certification support, and ongoing learning opportunities to grow your skills.
• Build a long-term career with opportunities for advancement across our growing organization.
• Join a supportive, team-oriented workplace where safety is always the top priority.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage day-to-day activities of operating and maintenance of treatment facilities.
• Allocate work and provide technical direction, assistance, and training to other personnel.
• Ensure that all SOPs are followed, and DOT, OSHA, and other requirements are met. Makes recommendations for improving SOPs.
• Interact with Operations Manager to ensure safety and permit compliance.
• Interact with contract laboratories to ensure proper reporting limits and any QA/QC issues.
• Communicate with clients and customers related to routine technical aspects of operations and respond to inquiries.
• Train employees on proper plant operations, repair and installation techniques, SOPs, and safe work practices
• Follow all company safety policies, environmental regulations, and operating procedures to help protect employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or GED required. Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related study is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required (CDL preferred for some locations).
• Valid Oklahoma state water or wastewater B-level license/certification is required.
• 5+ years of water or wastewater experience is required. Supervisory experience is preferred
• Experience and knowledge with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems is preferred.
• Experience and knowledge with OSHA requirements, DOT regulations & Utility SOPs. Advanced knowledge of process control measures.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and participate in an on-call schedule as needed.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, work in confined spaces, and work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process. Please contact us if you need assistance or an accommodation.