Wastewater Operator in Training

HKA Enterprises; Street; On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global workforce solutions firm is hiring an Operator in Training for a water/wastewater treatment facility. This entry-level position involves operating treatment plants, maintaining equipment, and performing quality control tests. Ideal for candidates seeking to start a career in environmental services with potential for certification advancement.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be working towards first level water/wastewater treatment certification.
• Possess a valid driver's license and ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater.
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels, and performs routine lab tests.
• Maintains records and communicates abnormalities to supervision.

Skills

Knowledge of safety practices

Understanding of general maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted: 05/06/2025 Industry: Technical Job Number: 196697 Pay Rate: $20 / hour

Job Description

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3rdparty submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

HKA is working on behalf of Jacobs, and this role is to support Jacobs’ work through HKA

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learns and gains skills involving the maintenance of equipment and servicing work in the plant

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent

• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes

• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels

• Observes and reports abnormalities to supervisor

• 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

• 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

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to work on equipment, have vision sufficient to service equipment, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, push a push-type mower; wear and use appropriate safety equipment.

Qualifications:

OPERATOR IN TRAINING - WATER/WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY

General Statement

Performs a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. This position typically holds or is working on first level water/wastewater treatment certification.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Possess a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operations of engines, pumps, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; basic biological and chemical principles

Additional Information

HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.

HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.

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