Wastewater Plant Operator I – Day Shift (Wed–Sat)

Wind River Environmental, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting rates

Medical and dental insurance

Matching 401K

8 paid holidays and generous PTO

Uniforms

Boot allowance

Job summary

Wind River Environmental, LLC seeks a Plant Operator I to oversee wastewater and sludge processing, ensuring compliant effluent quality. You will report to the Plant Manager and handle routine lab tests, control readings, and equipment operation on a day-shift schedule.

The role includes clerical duties and monthly reporting responsibilities. The position offers a base hourly pay of $23.00–$25.00, with final compensation determined by location, experience, and skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to write and interpret safety rules, SOPs, and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write and interpret routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, regulatory agents, and employees.
• Ability to calculate volumes, dosing ratios, proportions, and unit conversions.
• Ability to apply algebra and geometry concepts.
• Ability to interpret various written and scheduled instructions.
• Ability to perform standard wet lab tests (TSS, COD, pH).
• If not certified, obtain confined space entry and forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate all plant equipment and monitor controls to ensure total plant performance.
• Prepare monthly reports and order chemicals as required.
• Maintain plant logs and record important parameters and events.
• Conduct routine lab tests and analyze results for process control.
• Monitor equipment performance and perform minor repairs or adjustments.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and quality standards are met.

Skills

Safety rules & SOPs

Report writing

Effective communication

Mathematical calculations

Interpreting instructions

Laboratory testing

Confined space entry cert (optional)

Education

Wastewater Operator certification (PLUS)

Valid driver’s license

Drug screen & physical fitness

Strong mechanical/process background

Basic math and computer skills (Word, Excel)

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Wind River Environmental, LLC seeks a Plant Operator I to oversee wastewater and sludge processing, ensuring compliant effluent quality. You will report to the Plant Manager and handle routine lab tests, control readings, and equipment operation on a day-shift schedule.

The role includes clerical duties and monthly reporting responsibilities. The position offers a base hourly pay of $23.00–$25.00, with final compensation determined by location, experience, and skills.