Waste Water Treatment Operator

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Bristol, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Bristol, CT is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator to oversee operations and maintenance of wastewater systems. The role covers SCADA monitoring, sampling, and process optimization, with a mid shift from 9am to 7pm.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, wastewater certification is preferred, and 3–5 years of field experience. Must lift up to 50 lbs and possess a valid driver’s license. Competitive benefits and overtime opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in wastewater treatment is preferred.
• 3–5 years of field experience can substitute for certification.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Clean and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the top priority by following policies and procedures.
• Collect water and wastewater samples per proper procedures.
• Inspect and maintain sewage lift-stations and piping.
• Repair and maintain exterior piping (PVC/HDPE) per best practices.
• Install and maintain lift stations, heat tracing, and insulation.
• Perform calculations of flow rates and pump times as required.
• Conduct routine lab tests to optimize treatment processes.
• Record data readings and assist with data interpretation for control adjustments.
• Monitor and control plant equipment and process data (SCADA).
• Maintain daily logs and coordinate process control with shift operators.
• Maintain regulatory report data and accessibility for stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot operational, biological, and PLC issues.
• Stay up to date with best practices and regulatory changes.
• Maintain certifications and licenses, notify changes.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Wastewater treatment certification (preferred)

Job description

Clean Harbors located in Bristol, CT is looking to add a Wastewater Treatment Operator to join the team. The Wastewater Treatment Operator will be responsible for providing operations and maintenance of the wastewater systems using safe operating procedures.

Shift: Mid 9am-7pm

Pay: $23

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5;
• Competitive wages with weekly overtime opportunities;
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;
• Group 401K with company matching component;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Positive and safe work environments;

Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities:

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times;
• Collects Water and Wastewater samples by following proper procedures;
• Inspects and maintains sewage lift-stations and all connecting piping;
• Repairs and maintains PVC and HDPE exterior utility piping within best practices;
• Installs and maintains lift stations, piping heat trace and insulation within scope;
• Performs accurate manual calculations of flow rates, pumping times, chemical pump draw downs, etc. as required;
• Performs routine lab process tests to optimize both biological and other treatment processes throughout the plant;
• Accurately records data readings on operations log sheets and computer spread sheets, and assists supervisors with the interpretation of performance data to adjust process control applications;
• Controls the operation, monitoring, and inspection of process equipment within plants including; pumps and motors, compressors, screens, overhead cranes, membranes, chemical pumps and associated equipment. Ensures process operations are continuously monitored for performance within specifications;
• Interprets process control data (SCADA) and lab data against performance standards; initiates required adjustments to equipment within the plant to ensure effective and efficient processing and advises supervisor or other operators when conditions within the system warrant;
• Monitors and records onto daily log sheets unit process metering devices via gauges, computer process control systems, etc. on an ongoing basis. Coordinates process control adjustments in conjunction with the other operators on shift;
• Maintains data for required reports for internal regulatory agencies, and is accessible for all stakeholders;
• Trouble shoots operational issues in Water and Wastewater Treatment plants: includes operational, biological, mechanical, instrumentation and primary logic control (PLC) issues;
• Maintain and stay up to date on changes to best practices, legislation, policies and procedures within the water and wastewater industry;
• Maintain all certifications and licenses in good standing; notify supervisor when changes occur;
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

What Does it Take to Work for Clean Harbors?

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Certification in wastewater treatment is preferred;
• 3-5 years of experience in the field in lieu of certifications will be considered;
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including movements such as lifting, bending, reaching, climbing, and the manipulating and handling of objects
• Must be able to lift to 50lbs
• Clean and valid driver's license

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout North America. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of the Fortune 500 companies, thousands of smaller private entities and numerous federal, state, provincial and local governmental agencies. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is a premier provider of used oil recycling and re-refining, parts washers and environmental services for the small quantity generator market. Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts, Clean Harbors has waste disposal facilities and service locations throughout the United States and Canada, as well as Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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Job Identification: 164957

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-08-20

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Operators

Locations: 51 Broderick Road

Pay Range: 14.90 - 34.62 Hourly