Wastewater Treatment Operator

Agropur Cooperative; Jerome (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Healthy Work/Life Balance

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative in Jerome, ID is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator to manage day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring compliant discharge limits and efficient water treatment.

The role requires a High School Diploma, with at least one year of wastewater experience, basic mechanical skills, and a state certification or ability to obtain within a year. The position offers competitive pay starting at $23.89–$28.02/hour, with DOE and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year wastewater treatment experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical competency with wastewater equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment daily to meet discharge limits.
• Control flow and chemical dosing via control panels.
• Maintain and troubleshoot pumps and related equipment.
• Follow safety and environmental regulations in daily operations.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pumps

Automation systems

Job description

Job Type: Regular Working at Agropur means contributing to something bigger than yourself, in service of communities. People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. An environment aligned with a clear mission:

Compensation and Benefits

Starting wage of $23.89 - 28.02 DOE Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00 $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays Day shift 5:00AM to 5:00PM, must be flexible to cover night shift as needed for vacations Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Healthy work/life balance

Location

We are looking for a Wastewater Treatment Operator in Jerome, ID.

Responsibilities

• The Wastewater Treatment Operator is responsible for the day to day operations of wastewater treatment, performing a variety of duties related to the collection, treatment and distribution of water and wastewater.
• Operate the wastewater treatment system in compliance with organization discharge limits.
• Operate wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment in wastewater treatment plant to control flow and processing of wastewater.
• Monitor control panels and adjust valves manually or by remote control to regulate flow of influent and chemicals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year wastewater treatment experience or equivalent training/certification strongly preferred.
• Basic mechanical competency with standard wastewater equipment to include, pumps, and automation required.
• Wastewater Operator Certification required by state agency or obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Diversity & Inclusion

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation.

Language Requirement

Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Recruitment Technology

Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

Verification

Agropur is an E-Verify Employer (US Operations).

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