Wastewater Operator: Impactful Plant Compliance

Olsten staffing services; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Competitive pay

Long-term employment

Career growth potential

Dedicated Olsten Staffing support

Job summary

Olsten Staffing is seeking a Wastewater Operator in Myrtle Beach, SC to monitor pretreatment systems, analyze samples, and perform maintenance to ensure environmental compliance and plant efficiency.

The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, wastewater or industrial maintenance experience, and strong documentation skills. This full-time role involves second shift or rotating shifts and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous wastewater treatment, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform laboratory sampling and testing.
• Strong recordkeeping and documentation skills.
• Ability to work second shift or rotating shifts when required.
• Ability to lift, climb, stand, and perform physical duties throughout the shift.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure safety remains the top priority.
• Monitor wastewater pretreatment systems and supporting equipment to ensure uninterrupted operation.
• Analyze and monitor the chemical composition of influent, effluent, and internal process streams.
• Make operational adjustments to maintain compliance with established guidelines.
• Respond to equipment malfunctions and process upsets.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on pumps, valves, motors, blowers, belt presses, and piping systems.
• Collect wastewater samples and perform chemical and physical testing.
• Conduct stormwater sampling as required.
• Maintain wastewater treatment equipment for efficient and cost-effective operation.
• Complete maintenance records, operating logs, and database entries accurately.
• Maintain inventory and control of tools, manuals, repair parts, and consumables.
• Assist with environmental compliance programs and initiatives.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the wastewater treatment facility.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Laboratory sampling

Recordkeeping

Safety awareness

Independent work

Teamwork

Tools

Pumps

Valves

Motors

Process control systems

Job description

Olsten Staffing is seeking a Wastewater Operator in Myrtle Beach, SC to monitor pretreatment systems, analyze samples, and perform maintenance to ensure environmental compliance and plant efficiency.

The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, wastewater or industrial maintenance experience, and strong documentation skills. This full-time role involves second shift or rotating shifts and offers competitive pay and benefits.