Treatment Plant Operator: PFAS & Gas Systems Lead

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Old Town (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K

Boot & Clothing Allowance

Safety Awards

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Incentive

Tuition Assistance

Career Pathways

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Treatment Plant Operator to manage day-to-day operations at Thiopaq and PFAS removal facilities in Maine.

The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of landfill gas and leachate systems, with support to landfill staff and a strong emphasis on maintaining a safe work environment. Hiring range is $24.00–$30.00 per hour, with responsibilities including system maintenance, calibration, record-keeping, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Knowledge of landfill systems and gas treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complies with Casella, OSHA, EPA and MEDEP safety, spill prevention, and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures to create and maintain a safe work environment.
• Oversees daily operations and maintenance activities, schedules personnel, and communicates facility status to supervisor.
• Maintains spare parts inventory and records as required to implement proper operational setpoints based on landfill needs, system performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Calibrates process controls and sensors to maintain chemical balance and peak performance of desulphurization and oversees monitoring equipment.
• Inspects and records parameters during rounds and monitors systems to identify malfunctions and ensure safe operation.
• Posts entries on operation, inspection, and maintenance records and records meter readings and data for reporting.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Treatment Plant Operator to manage day-to-day operations at Thiopaq and PFAS removal facilities in Maine.

The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of landfill gas and leachate systems, with support to landfill staff and a strong emphasis on maintaining a safe work environment. Hiring range is $24.00–$30.00 per hour, with responsibilities including system maintenance, calibration, record-keeping, and regulatory compliance.