Wastewater Treatment Operator

Clean Harbors; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K matching

Overtime opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Cleveland, OH is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Operator to perform operations and maintenance of wastewater systems. Schedule is a 4-day week (Thu-Sun) with a training shift Mon-Fri mornings. Pay is $22-27/hour DOE after interview.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and hands-on operation of plant equipment, with opportunities for overtime, benefits after 30 days, and 401K matching. Apply to join a growing facility in a leading environmental services company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in wastewater treatment preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in the field will be considered in lieu of certifications.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies and acting safely at all times.
• Collects Water and Wastewater samples following proper procedures.
• Inspects and maintains sewage lift-stations and all connecting piping.
• Repairs and maintains PVC and HDPE exterior piping within best practices.
• Installs and maintains lift stations, piping heat trace and insulation within scope.
• Performs accurate flow rate and pumping time calculations as required.
• Performs routine lab process tests to optimize treatment processes.
• Records data readings and assists supervisors with interpretation of performance data.
• Controls operation, monitoring, and inspection of process equipment ensuring performance within specifications.
• Interprets process control data and initiates adjustments as needed.
• Maintains daily data logs and coordinates process control adjustments.
• Maintains reports for regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
• Troubleshoots operational issues in Water and Wastewater Plants.
• Keeps up to date on industry best practices and regulations.
• Maintains certifications and licenses in good standing.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification in wastewater treatment

Job description

Clean Harbors located in Cleveland, OH is looking to add a Wastewater Treatment Operator to join the team. The Wastewater Treatment Operator will be responsible for providing operations and maintenance of the wastewater systems using safe operating procedures.

Schedule: Thursday through Sunday 7:30am to 6:00pm. 4-day work week

Training Shift: Monday thru Friday 7:30 to 4:00pm

Pay: $22-27/HR DOE after interview

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5;
• Competitive wages with weekly overtime opportunities;
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;
• Group 401K with company matching component;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Positive and safe work environments;
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times;
• Collects Water and Wastewater samples by following proper procedures;
• Inspects and maintains sewage lift-stations and all connecting piping;
• Repairs and maintains PVC and HDPE exterior utility piping within best practices;
• Installs and maintains lift stations, piping heat trace and insulation within scope;
• Performs accurate manual calculations of flow rates, pumping times, chemical pump draw downs, etc. as required;
• Performs routine lab process tests to optimize both biological and other treatment processes throughout the plant;
• Accurately records data readings on operations log sheets and computer spread sheets, and assists supervisors with the interpretation of performance data to adjust process control applications;
• Controls the operation, monitoring, and inspection of process equipment within plants including; pumps and motors, compressors, screens, overhead cranes, membranes, chemical pumps and associated equipment. Ensures process operations are continuously monitored for performance within specifications;
• Interprets process control data (SCADA) and lab data against performance standards; initiates required adjustments to equipment within the plant to ensure effective and efficient processing and advises supervisor or other operators when conditions within the system warrant;
• Monitors and records onto daily log sheets unit process metering devices via gauges, computer process control systems, etc. on an ongoing basis. Coordinates process control adjustments in conjunction with the other operators on shift;
• Maintains data for required reports for internal regulatory agencies, and is accessible for all stakeholders;
• Trouble shoots operational issues in Water and Wastewater Treatment plants: includes operational, biological, mechanical, instrumentation and primary logic control (PLC) issues;
• Maintain and stay up to date on changes to best practices, legislation, policies and procedures within the water and wastewater industry;
• Maintain all certifications and licenses in good standing; notify supervisor when changes occur;
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Certification in wastewater treatment is preferred;
• 3-5 years of experience in the field in lieu of certifications will be considered;
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Identification: 168220

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-11-02

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Facility Technician

Locations: 2900 Rockefeller Avenue

Pay Range: 14.42 - 28.85 Hourly