Certified Wastewater Plant Operator (Levels 2–4)

Personna Employment Solutions; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance

Vacation & Sick Leave Programs

Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays

457 Deferred Compensation Program

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Personna Employment Solutions in Pasco, Washington (On-Site) seeks Certified Wastewater Plant Operators (Levels 2–4) to support the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of a modern municipal wastewater treatment facility serving a growing community.

As part of the team, you will ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, troubleshoot equipment, collect data, and participate in process improvements while maintaining safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
• 1 year wastewater plant operations experience with process control responsibilities.
• 2 years wastewater plant operations experience with process control responsibilities.
• WA State Level 2 Wastewater Certification or OIT 3 Certification required.
• WA State Level 3 Wastewater Certification or OIT 4 Certification required.
• WA State Level 4 Wastewater Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control wastewater treatment processes and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine equipment inspections.
• Troubleshoot pumps, motors, valves, controls, instrumentation, and treatment systems.
• Collect operational data and maintain accurate logs, reports, and records.
• Monitor process performance and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Respond to alarms, operational issues, and emergency situations.
• Support regulatory compliance and permit requirements.
• Assist with facility maintenance, process improvements, and operational optimization initiatives.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety procedures and protocols.

Skills

Process control

Regulatory compliance

Troubleshooting

Data logging

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Washington State Level 2 Wastewater Certification or OIT 3 Certification

Washington State Level 3 Wastewater Certification or OIT 4 Certification

Washington State Level 4 Wastewater Certification

Job description

Personna Employment Solutions | Pasco, Washington (On-Site)

Join a Team Dedicated to Public Health, Environmental Stewardship & Critical Infrastructure

We are seeking Certified Wastewater Plant Operators (Levels 2–4) to support the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization of a modern municipal wastewater treatment facility serving a rapidly growing community.

This is an outstanding opportunity for wastewater professionals seeking hands‑on experience within a complex treatment environment while supporting essential public infrastructure that protects community health, water quality, and environmental resources.

Advanced Treatment Processes Include:

• Extended Aeration Activated Sludge
• Anaerobic Digestion
• Screening Systems
• Clarification
• Solids Thickening
• UV Disinfection
• Process Control & Regulatory Compliance

The Opportunity

As a Wastewater Plant Operator, you will play a critical role in operating, monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing wastewater treatment processes while ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control wastewater treatment processes and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine equipment inspections.
• Troubleshoot pumps, motors, valves, controls, instrumentation, and treatment systems.
• Collect operational data and maintain accurate logs, reports, and records.
• Monitor process performance and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Respond to alarms, operational issues, and emergency situations.
• Support regulatory compliance and permit requirements.
• Assist with facility maintenance, process improvements, and operational optimization initiatives.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety procedures and protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Washington State Level 2 Wastewater Certification or OIT 3 Certification.
• Minimum one (1) year of wastewater treatment plant operations experience with process control responsibilities.
• Washington State Level 3 Wastewater Certification or OIT 4 Certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of wastewater treatment plant operations experience with process control responsibilities.
• Washington State Level 4 Wastewater Certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of wastewater treatment plant operations experience with process control responsibilities.

Ideal Backgrounds

Municipal Wastewater Treatment | Public Works Operations | Water & Wastewater Utilities | Environmental Services | Utility Operations | Industrial Water Treatment | Process Control | Treatment Plant Operations | Environmental Compliance | Utility Infrastructure

• Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Leave Programs
• Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), providing collective bargaining representation, negotiated wages, benefits, and workplace protections.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

• Municipal wastewater treatment facilities.
• Mechanical, electrical, and process equipment environments.
• Confined space entry situations.
• On-call and emergency response responsibilities.
• Exposure to chemicals, fumes, noise, dust, and wastewater treatment processes.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a wastewater operations role—it's an opportunity to contribute directly to public health, environmental protection, and the reliable operation of critical community infrastructure while continuing to grow your technical expertise and career within the water and wastewater industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.