Licensed Wastewater Operator - Impactful Career Growth

PDS Tech, Inc.; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term career

Environmental protection

Career development

Team collaboration

Safety culture

Advanced treatment systems

Job summary

PDS Tech, Inc. in Princeton, NJ is seeking a licensed wastewater treatment operator who takes pride in protecting public health and the environment.

This hands-on role balances plant operations with laboratory tests, regulatory reporting, and emergency response to keep the facility running at peak performance. You will monitor systems, perform lab analyses, maintain records, and support inspections while complying with OSHA and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• New Jersey S-3 Sewage Plant Operator License.
• New Jersey C-2 Collection System License.
• Minimum 6 years of wastewater treatment operations and maintenance experience.
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory testing experience involving water and wastewater samples.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate wastewater treatment systems to ensure environmental compliance.
• Perform laboratory testing and analyze water and wastewater samples.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and documentation.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and make process adjustments to maintain plant performance.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and treatment equipment.
• Respond to operational alarms and emergency situations.
• Maintain inventory of treatment chemicals, laboratory supplies, and equipment.
• Support state inspections, audits, contractors, and facility improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate operational, maintenance, and laboratory records.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory testing

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

NJ S-3 Sewage Plant Operator License

NJ C-2 Collection System License

Job description

PDS Tech, Inc. in Princeton, NJ is seeking a licensed wastewater treatment operator who takes pride in protecting public health and the environment.

This hands-on role balances plant operations with laboratory tests, regulatory reporting, and emergency response to keep the facility running at peak performance. You will monitor systems, perform lab analyses, maintain records, and support inspections while complying with OSHA and environmental regulations.