Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (S-3 & C-2 Licensed)

PDS; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term career

Environmental protection

Career development

Team collaboration

Safety culture

Advanced treatment systems

Job summary

PDS Tech, Inc. in Princeton, NJ is seeking a licensed wastewater treatment operator who takes pride in protecting public health and the environment.

This hands-on role balances plant operations with laboratory tests, regulatory reporting, and emergency response to keep the facility running at peak performance. You will monitor systems, perform lab analyses, maintain records, and support inspections while complying with OSHA and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• New Jersey S-3 Sewage Plant Operator License.
• New Jersey C-2 Collection System License.
• Minimum 6 years of wastewater treatment operations and maintenance experience.
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory testing experience involving water and wastewater samples.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate wastewater treatment systems to ensure environmental compliance.
• Perform laboratory testing and analyze water and wastewater samples.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and documentation.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and make process adjustments to maintain plant performance.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and treatment equipment.
• Respond to operational alarms and emergency situations.
• Maintain inventory of treatment chemicals, laboratory supplies, and equipment.
• Support state inspections, audits, contractors, and facility improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate operational, maintenance, and laboratory records.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory testing

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

NJ S-3 Sewage Plant Operator License

NJ C-2 Collection System License

Job description

If you are a licensed wastewater professional who enjoys solving problems, takes ownership of plant operations, and understands the importance of environmental stewardship. You're comfortable balancing laboratory work, regulatory compliance, maintenance activities, and emergency response while ensuring the facility operates at peak performance.

Why Join Us PDS TECH ?????

⭐ Competitive Pay

⭐ Stable, Long-Term Career Opportunity

⭐ Meaningful Work Protecting the Environment

⭐ Career Growth and Professional Development

⭐ Collaborative Team Environment

⭐ Safety-First Culture

⭐ Opportunity to Work with Advanced Treatment Systems

📍 Princeton, NJ

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator who takes pride in protecting public health, preserving the environment, and ensuring critical infrastructure operates safely and efficiently? We're looking for a licensed professional to join our team and play a vital role in maintaining wastewater treatment operations at a premier facility.

This is an opportunity to work in a challenging, hands-on environment where your expertise directly impacts compliance, sustainability, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

As a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, you will:

✅ Monitor and operate wastewater treatment systems to ensure environmental compliance

✅ Perform laboratory testing and analyze water and wastewater samples

✅ Prepare and submit regulatory reports and documentation

✅ Troubleshoot operational issues and make process adjustments to maintain plant performance

✅ Perform preventive and routine maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and treatment equipment

✅ Respond to operational alarms and emergency situations

✅ Maintain inventory of treatment chemicals, laboratory supplies, and equipment

✅ Support state inspections, audits, contractors, and facility improvement projects

✅ Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations

✅ Maintain accurate operational, maintenance, and laboratory records

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver's License

• New Jersey S-3 Sewage Plant Operator License

• New Jersey C-2 Collection System License

• Minimum 6 years of wastewater treatment operations and maintenance experience

• Minimum 3 years of laboratory testing experience involving water and wastewater samples

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and regulatory requirements

• Experience with environmental reporting and compliance

• Mechanical troubleshooting and equipment maintenance skills

• Excellent recordkeeping and documentation abilities

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work independently and respond effectively in emergency situations

Pay Details: $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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