Entry-Level Water & Wastewater Technician (Training)

Hume Christian Camps; Hume (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Healthcare options

Dining on-site

Job summary

Hume Lake Christian Camps seeks an entry-level water/wastewater plant operator to support the Chief Plant Operator and Supervisors. You will help provide safe drinking water, monitor plant operations, collect samples, maintain records, and perform repairs.

The role offers hands-on training, with growth opportunities in plant operations, distribution and collection systems, and on-site duties at our California locations. Minimum certification and a commitment to the camp's mission are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a California State Certification in Wastewater Treatment, Water Treatment, or Water Distribution (Grade 1+ preferred).
• Higher grades preferred; candidates may be considered if eligible to obtain certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the water and wastewater plants, perform sampling, keep records, provide basic service and repairs.
• Maintain sanitation of water through distribution piping to buildings and facilities.
• Generate clear effluent and manage dry sludge (bio solids) from the plant to drying fields.
• Perform plant monitoring, servicing, and repairs; pull sludge to drying fields; daily site walk of evaporation ponds and sludge drying areas.
• Manage distribution and collection systems: water line repairs, flushing, hydrant testing, valve exercising/replacement; wastewater collection.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Tools

Back-hoe

Skid steer

Dump truck

Forklift

Jack hammer

Power tools

Large air compressors

Job description

Hume Lake Christian Camps seeks an entry-level water/wastewater plant operator to support the Chief Plant Operator and Supervisors. You will help provide safe drinking water, monitor plant operations, collect samples, maintain records, and perform repairs.

The role offers hands-on training, with growth opportunities in plant operations, distribution and collection systems, and on-site duties at our California locations. Minimum certification and a commitment to the camp's mission are required.