Industrial Wastewater Operator I — Hands-on Impact & Growth

CBRE; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

CBRE seeks an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator I in Santa Rosa, CA to operate, monitor, and maintain wastewater treatment and related systems. You will collect samples, analyze data, and ensure compliance with permits and regulatory requirements on industrial wastewater, deionized water, and reclaimed irrigation systems.

The role reports to Engineering and Technical Services and involves routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and after-hours responses as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 3-5 years of job-related experience.
• Ability to obtain OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Ability to qualify for respiratory protection program for chemical handling operations
• Industrial wastewater chemistry knowledge preferred
• Meet physical requirements including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Advanced mathematical calculation ability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational and inquisitive mindset
• Sophisticated math skills

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial wastewater treatment, reclaimed water, and irrigation systems per permits and SOPs.
• Collect, analyze, and review samples and operational data; adjust treatment processes to maintain permit compliance.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance of treatment and irrigation equipment.
• Respond to alarms, spills, and non-compliance events; support investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain records and coordinate with EHS for permit compliance.
• Apply standard principles to complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share knowledge within related teams.
• Lead by example and foster CBRE RISE values.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information to stakeholders.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Math skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED / trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE seeks an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator I in Santa Rosa, CA to operate, monitor, and maintain wastewater treatment and related systems. You will collect samples, analyze data, and ensure compliance with permits and regulatory requirements on industrial wastewater, deionized water, and reclaimed irrigation systems.

The role reports to Engineering and Technical Services and involves routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and after-hours responses as needed.