Wastewater Operator I - Oklahoma City, OK

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Solutions Inc. is seeking a Wastewater Operator in Oklahoma City. You will operate, repair, and maintain a water treatment plant, perform routine lab tests, and follow safety protocols to ensure uninterrupted service for clients.

The role requires a State of Oklahoma Level D Wastewater Operator License or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months, plus experience operating wastewater facilities and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Oklahoma Level D license required or able to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
• Experience operating a wastewater treatment facility.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, shift work and on-call duty.

Responsibilities

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels.
• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter readings.
• Starts and stops pump, engines, and generators to control flow and treatment processes.
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings.
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety

Plant operation

PLC/SCADA

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

State of Oklahoma Level D Wastewater Operator License

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA systems

Maintenance software

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As a Wastewater Operator, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services – uninterrupted. Based in Oklahoma City, OK, you’ll perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant. You’ll operate, repair, and maintain the water treatment plant’s facilities; perform routine laboratory tests; understand and carry out oral and written directions..

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/ wastewater, sludge, and effluent
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels
• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control
• Starts and stops pump, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties
• Make operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel
• Performs other duties as required

*As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites, project locations, and other work-related destinations in connection with the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. The OMFS business uses Telematics & Dash Cameras with our fleet of vehicles and all new hires will require a Telematics acknowledgement to be signed.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

#OMFS #OurJacobs

Here's what you'll need

• State of Oklahoma Level D Wastewater Operator License required or ability to obtain through reciprocity with 6 months of hire
• Experience operating a wastewater treatment facility
• Experience with sound safety principles and practices
• Experience with computer operations with the ability to prepare spreadsheets and word processing documents, and enter information into maintenance management system
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, shift work and on call duty as required
• Possess a valid driver’s license with no major infractions

Ideally, you’ll also have

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision
• Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, data management systems and be able to operate plant PLC’s and SCADA systems

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $43,500.00 to $56,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 19, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .