Wastewater Treatment Operator

Kelly; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly in Santa Ana, CA seeks an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator I to support daily plant operations and maintenance. You will inspect, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment, ensure safety compliance, and help optimize treatment processes to meet regulatory standards.

The role requires at least 1 year in wastewater operations or plating environments, a high school diploma, and relevant certifications. This is a long-term, direct hire with opportunities to grow within the facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Industrial Wastewater Treatment or Hazardous Waste Treatment.
• At least 1 year of experience with industrial chemicals or in metal plating environment.
• At least 1 year of experience in Wastewater treatment operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities including batch treatments and equipment calibration.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair pumps and related systems.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental safety compliance.
• Maintain records and report on plant operations.
• Work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Pumps maintenance

Safety regulations

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification in Industrial Wastewater Treatment or Hazardous Waste Treatment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kelly is currently seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator for a long-term, direct role in the Santa Ana, CA area! The Wastewater Treatment Operator I will perform a variety of duties in support of the wastewater treatment operation in the designated facility, to include the inspection, monitoring, and maintenance for the pump stations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Responsible for the general operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities including batch treatment of plating wastewater, operation of a filter press and calibration of pH meters.
• Initiates corrective actions for equipment deficiencies as necessary.
• Ability to use the AA for frequent analysis of treated wastewater.
• Maintains inventory of wastewater process supplies.
• Maintains the wastewater treatment area in good housekeeping order according to OSHA and environmental guidelines.
• Adheres to and promotes all company safety rules and requirements.
• Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and systems involved in the wastewater treatment and associated processes.
• Perform scheduled lubrications, cleaning of channels, tanks, sumps, repacking of pumps.
• Return plant equipment and processes to operating status following shutdowns, power outages, etc.
• Calibrate chemical analyzers.
• Keep work records and prepare reports.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, when necessary.
• Performs general cleanup of tools, equipment, and areas, such as spills, plating lines, hazardous waste, scrubbers, and waste water.
• Performs other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Industrial Wastewater Treatment or Hazardous Waste Treatment
• At least 1 year of experience working with industrial chemicals, or in metal plating environment
• At least 1 year of experience in Wastewater treatment operations

Certificates, License, Registrations or Professional Designations

• Valid CAD license

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of wastewater, water reclamation, and related treatment processes
• Knowledge of methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance repair and operation of pumps
• Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to troubleshoot a problem or situation

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Language Skills

• Bilingual (English Spanish) is a plus

Mathematical Skills

Other Skills

• Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holiday hours.
• Ability to legally work without sponsorship for employment visa status.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will have occasional bending, climbing, and twisting. There will be occasional usage of his/her hands to grasp and manipulate objects, tools or controls. The position requires frequent squatting, power grasping, pushing and pulling and reaching with hands and arms. The position requires constant walking and standing. Additionally, this position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Required to wear PPE (ie. Face, foot, eye, hand, and/or hearing protection on plant floor).