Sr. Wastewater Treatment Operator

American Water; Claysville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is hiring a Sr. Wastewater Treatment Operator in Claysville, PA. You will oversee the treatment process, perform adjustments, sampling, and maintain data records while ensuring safe, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, regulating flow, training others as needed, and participating in safety programs. On-site 40-hour schedule with on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of wastewater or water distribution principles and safety practices.
• Understanding of mechanical, chemical, and biological processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a wastewater treatment facility including pumps, motors, chlorinators, and chemical feeders.
• Regulates flow through treatment processes and maintains operation records.
• Performs routine maintenance, minor repairs, and field tests to monitor facilities.

Skills

Wastewater basics

Safety practices

Education

High School diploma

Science coursework

Job description

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About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

Job Title: Sr. Wastewater Treatment Operator

Posting Start Date: 11/9/26

Primary Role

Pennsylvania American Water is seeking a Sr. Wastewater Operator to join our team in Claysville, PA! As the Sr. Operator, you will be responsible for overseeing the treatment process at our wastewater facility. Daily activities include making process adjustments, performing routine walkthroughs, sampling, maintaining data records, and light maintenance.

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Key Accountabilities

• Operates, and performs routine duties and care of a wide variety of specialized equipment and apparatus in a plant/treatment facility including pumps, motors, chlorinators, chemical preparation, and feeding; physical, chemical, and biological wastewater treatment processes; control equipment and monitoring equipment
• Regulates the flow of wastewater and sludge through the treatment processes
• Maintains records of operations, completes and submits routine and special reports, as assigned. Inspects all mechanical equipment for proper operation
• Performs normal lubrication, adjustments, seal packing, minor maintenance, and minor repairs, as necessary
• Performs related field and laboratory tests necessary to monitor and control the facilities
• Makes necessary adjustments to equipment, processes, and chemical feeders, as test results may indicate and as instructed by the Lead Operator/Supervisor
• Responds to customer service calls
• May train other employees in the operation and care of facilities including maintenance, repairs, laboratory work, and safety, as required
• Conducts safety inspections and follows safety rules and procedures
• Communicates effectively with other operators and supervisors
• Attends and participates in operational and safety training programs as directed by management
• Always interacts with fellow employees and the public in a professional and courteous manner
• Performs all duties of Plant Utility Worker and Lead Operator, as necessary, as well as other related duties, as assigned; assists other departments as needed

Knowledge/Skills

• Basic knowledge of the principles and safety practices of wastewater or water distribution, pumping, collection, and treatment, each as they may apply to area of responsibility
• Basic understanding of the mechanical, chemical, and biological processes and related equipment, as well as an awareness and alertness regarding operational modification necessary in both routine and emergency situations

Experience/Education

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• College course work in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the water supply or wastewater treatment field.
• Experience in training others in the variety of tasks related to operations and care of all facilities in a safe and proper manner.
• Experience in servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide variety of machinery and equipment.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, On-site
• 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday 7am-4pm
• On-Call responsibility

Travel Requirements

• Local travel within service territory

Certifications & Licenses

• License requirements vary by state
• Required to obtain and maintain a PA DEP Wastewater License- Class A, E-Subclass 2,3 and 4within a designated timeframe

Work Environment

• Outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold, and other adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to perform essential functions and meet the physical requirements for the position

Competencies

• Plans & Aligns Decision Making Communicates Effectively Builds Networks Action Oriented

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