The Operator 4 is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment for the treatment of water or wastewater, generally at large water and wastewater treatment facilities

• Provides routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells


• Performs treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment to assure proper operations


• Conducts routine sampling and field testing of water and/or wastewater


• Compiles data for chemical use and keeps records on equipment and plant operations


• Engages in the emergency repair and maintenance of treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation, and electrical equipment.


• Ensures that facilities are secure


• Evaluates processes and makes necessary changes


• Diagnoses problems and performs repairs in facilities and systems


• Responds to call outs and after hours emergencies


• Initiates and completes work orders


• Trains employees on proper plant operations, repair and installation techniques and safe work practices


• Provides customer service functions when necessary


• May clean and maintain treatment plant grounds when necessary


• May communicate with client and customers related to routine technical aspects of operations


• May coordinate maintenance activities at the treatment facility

Understands and adheres to all company health and safety procedures as they relate to essential job functions

Other duties may be assigned

High school diploma or equivalent and 8+ years related experiences or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.


• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential


•  Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential


• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience


• Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call

Valid driver's license,

A "level 3 or 4" water and/or wastewater license (depending on location)

Must be able to frequently lift 50 pounds

Must be able to load, unload, and move large equipment and tools

Continuous walking, stair climbing, and lifting

Must be able to access confined spaces

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Internal candidates have 6 work days to apply to this position from date of posting.