Chief Operator - Water & Wastewater Operations

Woodard & Curran; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking a Chief Operator for our water/wastewater facility in Florida. The role requires a Florida C license (or higher), a Wastewater Treatment Operator License C or higher, and 10 years of hands-on operation experience in water treatment.

The Chief Operator will train and supervise staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and work with maintenance and operations teams to maintain continuous plant performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Florida Water C license or higher and Wastewater Operator License C or higher.
• 10 years of water/wastewater facility experience.
• Valid State Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations and supervise operations staff.
• Train staff and ensure compliance with Florida DOT Medical Card requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure reliable operations.

Skills

Driver's license

SCADA systems

Computer proficiency

Supervision & training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Maintenance Management Programs

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• 10 years of experience working in a water or wastewater treatment facility.
• State of Florida Water C license or higher and Wastewater Treatment Operator License C or higher.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• Proficiency with computers, including SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, Maintenance Management Programs, and other site-specific systems.
• Ability to train and supervise operations staff and obtain a Florida DOT Medical Card.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position is performed primarily in a plant environment and involves a combination of sitting, frequent standing and walking, lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, keyboarding, and telephone use. The Chief Operator must also be able to use tools to perform minor repairs on pumps and equipment.

Work may take place in interior and exterior environments involving temperature changes, dust, odors, chemicals, noise, machinery, and moving mechanical parts. Appropriate protective equipment in accordance with OSHA regulations may be required.

Additional physical requirements include:

• Standing, walking, or moving for 6 to 8 hours daily.
• Sitting for 1 to 3 hours daily.
• Performing operations and maintenance functions requiring manual dexterity, precision movements, repetitive arm and hand movements, grasping, and occasional forceful exertion.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, reaching, and using stairs and ladders.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects and materials regularly weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Perceiving and distinguishing colors or shades of colors, sounds, odors, depth, and visual cues or signals.
• Operating a motor vehicle, including while towing portable equipment.
• Operating equipment, hand tools, computers, and standard office equipment.
• Working in confined spaces and at elevations.
• Working in adverse weather conditions.
• Wearing hearing protection or a respirator when required.

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

E-Verify Participation: Woodard & Curran participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we provide access to the Right to Work & E-Verify postings.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Posting

Text Messaging: To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

Depending on qualifications and experience. This position is a salaried role with the ability to earn Straight Time Overtime. Positions in this category are eligible to receive straight time overtime pay for certain hours worked over the employee’s standard work week.