Water Treatment Operator

Woodard and Curran in; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call stipend $200

Comprehensive benefits

Licensure bonus opportunities

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time Water Treatment Operator to join our team at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Durham, NH. The role combines field and plant operations, surveying water quality, operating treatment systems, and maintaining equipment.

We offer hands-on training, mentoring, and opportunities to advance industry certifications. Employees enjoy a rotating schedule with four 10‑hour days and a three-day weekend every other week, plus a $200 on-call stipend.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the water treatment plant and remote water system infrastructure processes and equipment manually and via SCADA, making adjustments as necessary to control operation.
• Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.
• Monitor remote pumping facilities with inspections and daily sampling as required.
• Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties.
• Establish, maintain and control flow through the water treatment process and into and within the distribution system.
• Utilize asset management software for maintenance work orders and maintain records.

Job description

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time Water Treatment Operator to join our team at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Durham, NH. This opportunity is ideal for both individuals looking to begin a rewarding career in the water industry and experienced operators who already hold a water treatment license and want to continue advancing their careers.

Whether you're new to the field or bringing existing treatment operations experience, you'll become part of a team dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality drinking water while protecting one of our most valuable natural resources. Woodard & Curran supports employees at every stage of their careers, providing hands‑on training, mentoring, professional development opportunities, and reimbursement programs to help you earn, maintain, and advance your industry certifications. We also offer bonus opportunities for achieving higher levels of licensure.

Our Operators play a critical role in the operation and maintenance of the facility's treatment processes and equipment. The position combines technical and hands‑on responsibilities, including collecting and analyzing water quality samples, operating and monitoring treatment systems, maintaining equipment, entering operational data, and performing general facility and grounds maintenance.

No two days are exactly alike. You'll develop valuable technical skills, solve real‑world challenges, and contribute to providing reliable water service to the University community. If you enjoy working both indoors and outdoors, are mechanically inclined, and take pride in protecting public health and the environment, we'd love to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor the water treatment plant and remote water system infrastructure processes and equipment both manually and via SCADA automation, making adjustments as necessary to control their operation.
• Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.
• Monitor remote pumping facilities with inspections and daily sampling as required.
• Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties. Establish, maintain and control flow through the water treatment process and into and within the distribution system.
• Utilize asset management software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records.
• Perform general maintenance duties of plant, remote pumping stations and POU treatment locations and other assigned duties.

Schedule:

Employees work a rotating schedule designed to maximize your time off. One week consists of four consecutive workdays (Monday through Thursday) followed by a three-day weekend. The next week includes a day off midweek, and then weekend coverage (Friday through Sunday). This rotation results in a three‑day weekend every other week and a scheduled weekday off when working weekend shifts.

This position also includes rotating 'on-call' responsibilities to cover after‑hour emergencies or alarms, and comes with an additional $200 stipend.

Pay Range:

$26 - $32 an hour, Depending on qualifications and experience.

What will you need to succeed?

• High School Degree or Equivalent.
• New Hampshire water treatment license preferred, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as following safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre‑placement physical and drug screen before employment.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package.

For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

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Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non‑discrimination and make employment decisions based on job‑related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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