Wastewater Operator

Provost & Pritchard; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Provost & Pritchard is seeking a Wastewater Operator to monitor and operate treatment systems, collect samples, perform field testing, and maintain equipment in the Hanford area. The role requires attention to detail, safety, and the ability to work both independently and with teams in the field.

Prior wastewater operations experience is preferred and strong communication is essential. The position encompasses regulatory reporting, schedule development for sampling, and support for public works

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent
• Experience with wastewater facility operations
• Wastewater operator certification (Grade 2) desired
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read and understand contract language

Responsibilities

• Take daily meter readings and log readings on record sheets.
• Visually observe operations of treatment facilities and record observations.
• Conduct field analysis of wastewater for DO, pH, and temperature; log results.
• Collect groundwater samples for outside lab analysis.
• Measure depths to groundwater for monitoring wells.
• Maintain written records of groundwater monitoring activities.
• Perform washdown of equipment and processes.
• Collect wastewater process samples for external lab analysis.
• Fill out Chain of Custody forms for outside lab work.
• Assist in minor repairs of leaks, pumps, motors and monitoring instruments.
• Prepare regulatory reports for agencies and clients.
• Develop/review sample schedules for water/wastewater sampling.
• Perform construction observation for public works projects.
• Be on-call for emergencies and respond during evenings/weekends/holidays.

Skills

Communication skills

Field operations

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical college training in water treatment

Wastewater operator certification (Grade 2) desired

Job description

Summary

Join the Provost & Pritchard OMS team as a Wastewater Operator, proudly continuing the trusted Granger Water Specialties operations throughout the region. This hands-on position includes monitoring treatment systems, collecting samples, conducting field testing, maintaining equipment, preparing regulatory reports, and responding to operational needs. We’re looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to work both independently and collaboratively in the field. Prior wastewater operations experience is preferred, along with a commitment to safety, reliability, and quality service.

Responsibilities

• Take daily meter readings and log those reading on record sheets.
• Visually observe the operations of various treatment facilities and record those observations in log books.
• Conduct field analysis of wastewater for dissolved oxygen content, pH, and temperature. Record those values on log sheets.
• Collect samples from groundwater monitoring wells for analysis by outside laboratories.
• Measure and record depths to groundwater for shallow monitoring wells.
• Maintain written records of all groundwater monitoring activities.
• Perform washdown of equipment and processes.
• Collect wastewater process samples for analysis by outside laboratory.
• Fill out Chain of Custody forms for all outside lab work.
• Assist in the repair of minor system leaks and sewer stoppages.
• Assist in the maintenance and minor repair of pumps, motors, monitoring instruments, and other water and wastewater system components.
• Prepare regulatory reports for submission to agencies and clients
• Prepare monthly self-monitoring reports for water and wastewater system operations, as well as scheduled Drought Reports to the SAFER Program, SSO reports, Electronic Annual Reports, and other reports as may be assigned from time to time.
• Develop/review sample schedules for water/wastewater sampling.
• Perform construction observation for various public works improvement projects.
• Willingness and ability to be on-call and able to respond to emergency calls for service on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Also expected to perform routine operational services for select water and wastewater facilities on weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional college or technical school emphasizing water treatment, highly desirable.
• Wastewater Treatment Operator certification (Grade 2) desired
• One or more years work experience with wastewater treatment facility operations.
• Thorough understanding of the operation of wastewater treatment facilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to address problems and/or concerns in a diplomatic and tactful, yet persuasive, manner.
• Ability to read and interpret contract language.
• One or more years work experience with wastewater treatment facility operations.
• Excellent skills in analysis and problem solving.

Physical Demand

• Frequently stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, kneel, crouch, bend, and reach while performing field work and equipment maintenance.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull equipment, tools, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, and occasionally more with assistance.
• Work in and around water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, monitoring wells, and confined or restricted spaces while following all applicable safety procedures.