Wastewater System Operator

Kleinfelder; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Wastewater System Operator in the Elm Creek, Nebraska area. This flex position offers 6-10 hours weekly, performing operations to ensure efficiency and safety of water treatment facilities.

You will monitor controls, collect samples, and document plant activities with a focus on compliance and quality. The role requires a valid Driver's License and a Class I or higher Water License, with field work dominating time and office work as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Commitment to following established policies and procedures.
• Must live within 50 miles of Elm Creek, NE or nearby.
• Must possess a Class I or higher Water License.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pumps, motors, and blowers.
• Complete and follow-up on work orders and process control monitoring.
• Monitor and record flow meters and system run hours.
• Service and maintain equipment and the overall plant.
• Clean sand filters and media filters.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical controls.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Water license

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to make a splash in the world of Water Technology and drive meaningful change? Join us and be at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and global impact. Your expertise will not only shape the future of water management and design but also contribute to building a more sustainable world for generations to come. Dive into a career where your work truly makes a difference - join us in revolutionizing Water Technology today!

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is hiring a Wastewater System Operator for our Elm Creek, Nebraska area. Our Technical Operators perform various functions in ensuring the operational efficiency and safety of the multiple plants maintained daily. This is a flex position offering 6-10 hours weekly. The job description below are the kind of tasks, duties, and responsibilities needed to be performed by Technical Operators of water supply & wastewater plants:

• Operate and maintain pumps, motors, blowers.
• Complete and follow-up on work orders and process control monitoring.
• Monitor and record flow meters and system run hours.
• Service and maintain equipment and overall plant.
• Clean sand filters and media filters.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical controls (with proper training and equipment).
• Collect samples for analysis and maintain chain of custodies.
• Log plant operation details, on computer and in writing; prepare reports.
• Monitor treatment processes and apply standard operational adjustments based on those results
• The Technical Operator position holds multiple levels, based on experience and state certifications.

Requirements - Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills - for Technical Operator Role

To be a Technical Operator, you will need to meet the following requirements, which are set by the Operations Director:

• Good and effective communication skills
• Good analytical and organizational abilities are of great importance
• Committed to following established policies and procedures.
• 75% field work and 25% office time
• Must live in Elm Creek, Nebraska or within 50 miles
• Must have Valid Drivers License
• Must Possess Class I or higher-Water License

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Anticipated salary is $30.00 per hour to $45.00 per hour.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)