Water and Wastewater Treatment Operator

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering science and operations firm dedicated to clean water a safe environment healthy communities and happy people. We foster an inclusive collaborative culture that supports professional growth flexibility and meaningful work empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients communities and the planet.

Build your career in water and wastewater operations with Woodard & Curran

At Woodard & Curran youll join a nationwide team of certified operators backed by engineers scientists and environmental professionals. Together we keep essential water and wastewater systems running safely and efficiently while helping protect public health and the environment.

Woodard & Curran is growing and wed love for you to grow with us!

Were looking for an Operator to support the operation and maintenance of two wastewater facilities 14 wastewater lift stations and 12 drinking water well sites. Dual certification in water and wastewater is preferred but not required.

This is a great opportunity for an operator who enjoys variety and wants a hands-on role where no two days look exactly the same. Youll work with treatment processes and equipment collect and analyze water quality samples monitor systems troubleshoot equipment and help maintain facilities and grounds.

Schedule & On-Call

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 6.00am - 2.30pm.
• This position participates in a rotating on-call schedule shared among the operator team.
• Youll receive an additional $200 for each week youre on call .
• Call-outs are compensated with a two-hour minimum per call-out.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Pay

$28$35/hour depending on your water and wastewater licensure and level of experience.

What You Will Be Doing

As part of the operations team youll:

• Conduct daily plant inspections and operational rounds.
• Operate maintain and troubleshoot plant equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Collect water quality samples and perform testing and analysis to support compliance with federal state and EPA standards.
• Monitor treatment processes and make process-control adjustments using SCADA through remote access.
• Use asset management software to manage maintenance work orders and maintain operational records.
• Inspect and maintain wastewater lift stations including cleaning wet wells and pulling pumps for repair and maintenance.
• Help maintain facility grounds and the overall appearance of our sites including mowing washing buildings and spraying weeds.
• Work closely with fellow operators and staff to share responsibilities and keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.

What Were Looking For

You may be a great fit if you have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid State of Missouri Class C Drinking Water license and/or Class A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license. Dual certification in water and wastewater is preferred but not required.
• A valid Missouri drivers license.
• A DOT medical card is preferred but not required.
• The ability to make sound process-control decisions follow procedures and work safely.
• Mechanical electrical instrumentation and process troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance asset management equipment reliability or process improvement programs.

Physical & Work Environment

• This is a hands-on position that involves working in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• The role may require lifting up to 40 pounds.
• As a condition of employment the successful candidate will be required to complete a job-related physical examination drug screen and background check.

Grow With Us

• We believe great operators should have opportunities to keep learning and advancing. Whether you want to expand your responsibilities strengthen your technical skills or pursue additional certifications Woodard & Curran supports professional growth through training mentorship and ongoing development opportunities.

$28 - $35 an hour

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran .

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