Plant Operator

Koniag Services, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

Koniag Services, Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator to support our government client in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate should have four years of experience in wastewater treatment and hold an ABC Class II certification.

This role involves operating a sophisticated automated wastewater pretreatment plant, ensuring optimal performance of all equipment, and requires physical capability to perform various duties including equipment maintenance and chemical handling.

We provide competitive pay and an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Four (4) years of experience in the operation of a wastewater pretreatment plant.
• Must lift and carry 50 lbs bags of chemicals up ladders.
• Must be knowledgeable in HMI / SCADA software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all equipment runs properly and all liquid chemical levels are within tolerance.
• Perform calibrations on pH and ORP meters.
• Shovel out tanks and sludge boxes as needed.
• Complete all annual trainings required by the contract.

Skills

Wastewater treatment equipment

HMI / SCADA software

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

ABC Class II certification

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is currently hiring Plant Operators in support of our government customer in Washington, D.C. The Operator should be able to work both the day and night shifts on rotation.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick leave, and more.

The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated wastewater pretreatment plant. The Plant Operator will be required to ensure all equipment runs properly and all liquid chemical levels are within tolerance. The Plant Operator should have experience working with wastewater treatment equipment, pumps, motors, mixers, tanks, filter presses, and PLC/SCADA control equipment. The Plant Operator will always work under the direct supervision of a shift supervisor and will also receive work directives and schedules from the plant manager.

The Plant Operator Responsibilities

• Will be required to wear various PPE when necessary. PPE to include, but not limited to Tyvek suits, acid‑rated suits, full face respirator, dust mask, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves.
• Will be required to perform confined space entry in tanks and floor pits as needed.
• Will be required to shovel out various tanks and sludge boxes as needed.
• Will be required to perform calibrations on pH and ORP meters.
• Will be required to perform minor maintenance on various pieces of equipment when needed.
• Will be required to clean plate and frame filter presses as needed.
• Will be required to complete all annual trainings that are required by the contract.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must hold a current Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) Class II or equivalent certification.
• High school diploma or general education development (GED) certificate.
• Four (4) years of experience in the operation of a wastewater pretreatment plant.
• Will be required to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of chemicals up ladders and stairs to mixing tanks.
• Will be required to climb ladders and stairs to perform plant checks every 2 hours.
• Will be required to pass respiratory fit testing as outlined in 29 CFR 1910.134 (fit testing is performed annually as required by our contract).
• Should be knowledgeable in how to use human–machine interface (HMI) / SCADA software, which operates the applicable portions of the plant. This software is run on various computers located in the plant office and in the plant.
• Must be fluent in the English language, both verbally and in writing, and be able to read and understand English.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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