Drinking Water Treatment Operator

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities, and the planet. Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry. Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time, year-round individual to join our Water Treatment staff at our facility in Cohasset, Massachusetts, with the potential to eventually cross over into Water Distribution work as well. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to jump start their career in the water treatment field! Woodard & Curran will support you in starting your career path by providing on-the-job training and mentoring while you study for your water treatment exam and work towards obtaining your license. We provide bonuses for each level of license that you achieve! Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employee’s growth and we want to help you on your career path. Our Operators are responsible for the full-time operation and the general maintenance of the facility’s Water Treatment process & equipment, as well as returning treated water back to the environment. The position involves a variety of both physical and technical tasks such as testing and processing samples in our lab, inputting data into our plant databases, servicing the plant’s equipment, snow removal, housekeeping, and grounds keeping. Each day can present a different challenge and learning opportunity. We take pride in caring for our facility, both inside and out! If you enjoy working both indoors and outdoors protecting nature’s most precious resource, water, then this position is for you. What You Will Be Doing at Woodard & Curran Monitor water treatment plant processes and equipment both manually and via SCADA automation, making adjustments as necessary to control their operation. Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards. Monitor remote pump stations with inspections and daily sampling as required. Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties. Utilize asset management software programs for maintenance work orders. Perform general maintenance duties of plant and other assigned duties. What You Will Need to Succeed High School Degree or Equivalent. Massachusetts Grade-3 Water Treatment preferred. Massachusetts Grade 2 Water Treatment License holders encouraged. We will provide training and education to advance your Drinking Water credentials. Ability to make independent judgements as well as follow instructions, operating guidelines, and especially safety procedures. Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment. Valid MA driver’s license with a good driving record. Schedule Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of this position. Minimum 40-hours per week year round. Monday – Friday during training period, which could potentially last 12 months or more Schedule will become Sunday – Thursday upon acquiring Drinking Water Treatment-3 License 7am–3:30pm during Fall, Winter and Spring seasons Extended shifts to meet the seasonal demands of the water system during summer months Summer schedule may vary from 4am-noon or 1pm-9pm, potentially rotating on a monthly basis Sundays during the summer may consist of additional work hours – we pay overtime! The hourly pay range is $28 - $33.65, depending on level of experience and certification. Hourly increases will follow as the candidate advances licensing and training. Employee Support & Benefits Retirement Savings: 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions with a 100% company match for the first 3% of salary contributed. Time away from work: Observed holidays, accrued vacation, paid sick time, and parental leave. Coverage and support for your needs and well-being: Disability, health, life, and wellbeing resources. Equal Employment Opportunity Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based solely on job-related factors. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively. #J-18808-Ljbffr Woodard & Curran