Operations Specialist

Carollo Engineers; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Carollo Engineers, a leading water-focused engineering firm, seeks an Operations Specialist to oversee process optimization, startup planning, and commissioning support for water facilities in Walnut Creek, CA. The role requires extensive field experience and regulatory knowledge, with leadership responsibilities and on-call travel as needed.

The position calls for 15+ years in water/wastewater operations, upper-level operator licensing, and strong project management.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in water and/or wastewater process operations.
• Knowledge of regulated water/wastewater business and regulatory requirements.
• Minimum of ten (15) years of experience with at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Upper-level licensing in water and/or wastewater treatment plant operation.
• AAS in Water Quality Management, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Science or related field of study.
• Business and financial acumen, and demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Innovative leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients to optimize treatment plant staffing labor, power and chemical costs
• Develops process startup, commissioning, and testing plans
• Develops site inspection checklists for use during construction
• Leads commissioning, startup, and testing efforts that result from Design Contracts
• Advises clients on startup adjustments and facility tuning
• Leads preparation of Standard Operating Procedures and comparable documentation
• Prepares operator training courses
• Leads preparation of O&M manual updates (paper and electronic)
• Provides facility optimization services
• Conducts overall systems performance evaluation
• Performs detailed process facility optimization review
• Reviews operating and laboratory data and data collection methodology
• Evaluates staffing levels and training needs
• Prepares process trouble-shooting guidelines
• Assists clients in staff development and transition planning
• Evaluates and develops strategies for operational data acquisition and presentation
• Assists with client marketing
• Participates in project pursuits
• Attends and participates in selected conferences

Skills

Extensive process ops experience

Regulatory knowledge

15+ years experience

Project management

Leadership and supervision

Strong writing and presentation

Travel availability

Education

AAS in Water Quality Management

BA/BS in Engineering/Science

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients to optimize treatment plant staffing labor, power and chemical costs

• Develops process startup, commissioning, and testing plans

• Develops site inspection checklists for use during construction

• Leads commissioning, startup, and testing efforts that result from Design Contracts

• Advises clients on startup adjustments and facility tuning

• Leads preparation of Standard Operating Procedures and comparable documentation

• Prepares operator training courses

• Leads preparation of O&M manual updates (paper and electronic)

• Provides facility optimization services

• Conducts overall systems performance evaluation

• Performs detailed process facility optimization review

• Reviews operating and laboratory data and data collection methodology

• Evaluates staffing levels and training needs

• Prepares process trouble-shooting guidelines

• Assists clients in staff development and transition planning

• Evaluates and develops strategies for operational data acquisition and presentation

• Assists with client marketing

• Participates in project pursuits

• Attends and participates in selected conferences

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in water and/or wastewater process operations

• Knowledge of regulated water/wastewater business and regulatory requirements

• Minimum of ten (15) years of experience with at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity

• Upper-level licensing in water and/or wastewater treatment plant operation

• AAS in Water Quality Management, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Science or related field of study

• Business and financial acumen, and demonstrated leadership and management skills

• Strong project management skills

• Strong writing and presentation skills

• Innovative leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Science or related field of study

• Superintendent or director experience in utility operations

Compensation Range

$80 to $110 hourly. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

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Job Locations

US-CA-Walnut Creek

ID

2026-4421

Category

Engineering

Type

On Call