Wastewater Operator I — 2-Shift Role with Benefits

City of West Haven; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (401k) with employer 8

Life insurance

Long‑term disability

Job summary

City of West Haven is seeking a Wastewater Operator I to operate, repair, and maintain the water and wastewater treatment plant and to perform routine laboratory tests. The role requires monitoring meters, adjusting processes, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualified candidates will have 1–4 years of relevant plant experience, a state operator certification, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers a standard benefits package and a regular shift schedule, with a 3rd shift

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience operating water/wastewater treatment facilities
• Possess a valid vehicle operating license
• Operator certification at a level required by the State and project
• Able to type and enter data in computer spreadsheets and data management systems

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and maintain water/wastewater plant facilities
• Perform routine laboratory tests
• Diagnose operating problems and take corrective action during shifts
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with contacts
• Ensure plant operates at required standards
• Monitor gauges, meters, and control panels
• Take samples and perform routine test analyses
• Perform routine maintenance and custodial duties
• Make operating decisions in supervisor’s absence

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Computer data entry

Laboratory testing

Education

State-required operator certification

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Job description

City of West Haven is seeking a Wastewater Operator I to operate, repair, and maintain the water and wastewater treatment plant and to perform routine laboratory tests. The role requires monitoring meters, adjusting processes, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualified candidates will have 1–4 years of relevant plant experience, a state operator certification, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers a standard benefits package and a regular shift schedule, with a 3rd shift