Operator, Water-Wastewater II

Nexus Water Group; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Company Match

Vacation accrual

Holidays

Floating time

Sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Training & education allowance

Job summary

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Water or Wastewater Operator to join our Field Operations team serving the Greenville, SC area. The role involves traveling between service areas, operating and maintaining treatment facilities, and ensuring compliance with permit and safety requirements.

Schedule is Monday through Friday with potential after-hours on-call and weekend coverage. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Requires H.S. diploma or GED.
• Driver's license required.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain water/wastewater treatment facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains water/wastewater treatment facilities per city, state, and federal guidelines.
• Performs daily effluent analyses and adjusts operations to meet permit limits and water quality standards.
• Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality compliance.
• Assists with water/wastewater line repairs and new installations as directed.
• Inspects pumps, motors, valves, and equipment; troubleshoots issues.
• Responds to customer service calls and completes related work orders with proper documentation.
• Performs routine tests and sampling of water treatment processes, chemicals, and equipment.
• Documents plant performance including daily flow and chemical usage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Water operations

Maintenance & inspection

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 12 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

\"Nexus\" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,200 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

Purpose of the Job

Imagine being part of a team that supplies the essential element for life. Water is the very foundation of this planet, the life-giving essence in all of us. Driven, knowledgeable and passionate about this essential resource, the South Carolina Water Utilities team, a subsidiary of Nexus Water Group, is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on.

As part of our ongoing commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking a dependable Water or Wastewater Operator to join our team and play a crucial role in our Field Operations department. This position will travel between service areas near Greenville, SC. Schedule is Monday through Friday. After-hours and weekend on-call support may be required. Must be available to work shift work; weekend scheduling may be required.

What We Offer

• 401k Company Match


• Vacation Accrual:Starting at 3 weeks per year


• Holidays:10 company-paid holidays per year


• Floating Time:16 hours of paid floating time per year


• Sick Time


• Additional Benefit Plans include Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-Paid Life Insurance and more


• Training, Professional Certifications, and Education Allowance

Job Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facilities as required by city, state, and federal guidelines;


• Performs daily analyses of effluent samples; makes necessary adjustments to keep the facility within permit limits; Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards


• Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality standards are met.


• Assists with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed.


• Inspect and maintains pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise.


• Respond to and investigate customer service calls. Complete customer service work orders, update and maintain activity with required documentation, and close work orders in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.


• Performs routine tests on water treatment facilities including tests related to treatment process, chemicals, pumps, motors, and routine water quality sampling. Collects and analyzes appropriate readings of gauges and meters;


• Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.


• Performs and documents treatment processes and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.


• Documents plant performance, including daily flow, well meter readings, and chemical dosage and usage.


• Other duties assigned.

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work


• Supporting Coworkers


• Communicating Effectively


• Working Safely

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED in General

Certifications

• Driver's License


• SC - Biological Wastewater D


• SC - Biological Wastewater C


• SC - Biological Wastewater B


• SC - Biological Wastewater A


• SC - Water Distribution A


• SC - Water Distribution B


• SC - Water Distribution C


• SC - Water Distribution D

Physical Requirements

Field-Based Role

Work Experience

1-2 years related experience.

Must possess general procedures for installing, maintaining, and replacing water and wastewater services; safety hazards, procedures, and equipment used when working on or near underground utility lines; tools, equipment, materials, and supplies needed for installing, maintaining, and repairing water and wastewater lines.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.