Wastewater Operator I

Inframark; Johnstown, Northern (Cambria County, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark is seeking a Wastewater Operator I to operate and maintain equipment in wastewater treatment facilities at a Union site. The role requires accuracy in monitoring, testing, and documenting plant performance, with readiness for after-hours on-call work.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, willingness to obtain water/wastewater certification, and knowledge of process control and safety practices. CDL preferred; candidate should be prepared for weekend/evening shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; water/wastewater licensure encouraged.
• Willing to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques and safety practices.
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment desirable.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and on-call.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, and vehicles.
• Run routine tests and monitor production wells and basic lab analyses.
• Document plant performance, flow, electrical and chemical usage, and dosage.
• Respond to call-outs and emergencies to repair equipment.
• Keep facilities clean, neat, and secure; provide customer service when needed.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends and 24-hour on-call.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Process control

Maintenance procedures

Safety practices

Emergency repairs

Regulatory rules

Water/wastewater know-how

On-site teamwork

Self-discipline

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

JOB FUNCTION/PURPOSE

The Wastewater Operator I is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in wastewater treatment facilities. (This is a Union position)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment. Documents plant performance including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Display a willingness, aptitude and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential.
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable.
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable.
• Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call.

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator's License specific to state and site-specific requirements. Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.

Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.

Managing for Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.