Lead Wastewater Plant Operator - Drive Water Impact

American Water; Claysville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water in Claysville, PA seeks a Lead Wastewater Treatment Operator to manage day-to-day operations at the wastewater facility. Responsibilities include monitoring processes, adjusting controls, performing quality testing, and light maintenance to ensure compliance with regulations.

Ideal candidates will have high school diploma, 5+ years’ experience in water treatment, and skills in pumps, control panels, and MS Office. On-site, full-time role with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College coursework in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in water treatment and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Monitor treatment plant functions by reading gauges, graphs, meters, and control panels.
• Operate, maintain, and repair plant equipment with routine preventative tasks.
• Assist and guide operations staff in facilities maintenance.
• Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Implement security measures and inspect facilities for safety standards.

Skills

Pumps & control panels

MS Office

Quality testing

Regulatory knowledge

Water/wastewater operations

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering

Tools

CMMS

SCBA use experience

Job description

American Water in Claysville, PA seeks a Lead Wastewater Treatment Operator to manage day-to-day operations at the wastewater facility. Responsibilities include monitoring processes, adjusting controls, performing quality testing, and light maintenance to ensure compliance with regulations.

Ideal candidates will have high school diploma, 5+ years’ experience in water treatment, and skills in pumps, control panels, and MS Office. On-site, full-time role with potential overtime.