Wastewater Plant Operator in Training - Hands-On & On-Call

HKA Enterprises, Inc.; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a dependable Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to run and maintain treatment plants, perform basic lab tests, and keep accurate records to comply with permits and regulations.

This hands-on role includes sampling, data entry, preventive maintenance, and groundskeeping in varied environments. You will perform routine inspections, logs maintenance, and operate city vehicles or heavy equipment as needed, with on-call duties after hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate and maintain treatment systems safely.
• Capable of basic lab tests and accurate data recording.
• Comfort working in indoor, outdoor, and confined spaces; willingness to on-call.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment plants and related facilities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and analysers.
• Conduct daily inspections of lagoons and treatment processes.
• Collect samples, record data, and comply with discharge permits.
• Perform basic laboratory tests to ensure proper treatment.
• Maintain logs and records per QAQC and regulatory requirements.
• Handle routine custodial and maintenance tasks for site facilities.
• Operate city vehicles/heavy equipment as needed and assist with on-call duties.

Skills

Water treatment

Preventive maintenance

Data recording

Lab testing

Safety compliance

CMMS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a dependable Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to run and maintain treatment plants, perform basic lab tests, and keep accurate records to comply with permits and regulations.

This hands-on role includes sampling, data entry, preventive maintenance, and groundskeeping in varied environments. You will perform routine inspections, logs maintenance, and operate city vehicles or heavy equipment as needed, with on-call duties after hours.