Industrial Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician

Woodard & Curran, Inc.; Bound Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician in New Jersey to join our team. The role involves working with experienced operators to maintain and operate industrial wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring compliance and reliable plant performance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred), 2–4 years' relevant experience, and be prepared for a 40-hour week, with potential weekend and emergency coverage.

Qualifications

• High School or trade school diploma required; a Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in operations & maintenance of water/wastewater facilities.
• Mechanical ability and adaptability to changing conditions and environments.
• A hands-on approach to troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues.
• NJ Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s License preferred or the ability to obtain.
• OSHA 40hr. HAZWOPER with current 8hr. refresher (if applicable).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Strong reading and writing communications and safety awareness.
• Background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain industrial wastewater treatment facilities as directed by the Project Manager.
• Regular 40-hour week on five eight-hour shifts from Sunday through Thursday, 6:30am–3:00pm; weekend/off-hour coverage as needed.
• Work with experienced operators daily to ensure reliable plant operation.
• Respond to emergencies and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Operations & Maintenance

Mechanical ability

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Written & verbal communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Trade School

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

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.

Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.

What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran:

Woodard & Curran is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate will work directly with experienced operators on a daily basis as part of the team. The ideal candidate should be focused and ambitious as career advancement opportunities are awarded based on performance. You will regularly participate in the daily operations and maintenance of our Industrial Wastewater Treatment facilities as directed by the Project Manager. This position requires the candidate to work a regular 40‑hour week based on five (5) eight hour shifts from Sunday through Thursday, 6:30am to 3:00pm. The ability to provide weekend and off hour coverage, and emergency response is required.

What you will need to succeed!

• High School or trade school diploma is required; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 2‑4 years of experience in operations & maintenance of a water and/or wastewater treatment facility; or any equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
• Mechanical ability and overall adaptability to changing conditions and environments is required.
• A hands‑on approach to troubleshooting, identifying, and resolving maintenance related issues that arise in the treatment system.
• New Jersey Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s License (N), is preferred or the ability to obtain through the operator’s exam, or reciprocity.
• OSHA 40hr. HAZWOPER with current 8hr. refresher (if applicable).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation’ and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment system.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in water and wastewater treatment work and the ability to respond to emergency call‑outs as needed.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, drawings and specifications for work assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• A strong work ethic and team first approach are requirements for this position.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre‑placement physical and drug screen before employment.

$26 - $30 an hour

Depending on qualifications and experience.

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

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