Water Treatment Operator

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc; Hinkley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc is seeking a Water Treatment Operator to join its team in California. The role focuses on operating and monitoring water treatment systems, performing routine inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collect samples, perform tests, and maintain accurate records while upholding safety standards and LOTO procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid CA driver's license, and be willing to obtain CA T1 and D1

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a California Water Treatment Operator T1 certification within six months of employment.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a California Water Distribution Operator D1 certification within six months of employment.
• Possession of a current California T1 and/or D1 operator certification is preferred.
• Forklift, aerial lift, respiratory protection, first aid/CPR, HAZWOPER, and other industrial safety certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment systems to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.
• Perform routine inspections; report deficiencies; initiate corrective actions as required.
• Collect water samples and perform laboratory and field testing.
• Record and maintain operating data, lab results, and equipment readings.
• Analyze operating parameters and optimize system efficiency.
• Notify Lead Operator and Supervisor regarding issues and failures.
• Apply safety policies and LOTO procedures to protect personnel and environment.
• Maintain housekeeping and manage chemical inventories safely.
• Review procedures, drawings, and manuals to support operations.
• Coordinate shift turnover and communicate equipment status and concerns.
• Provide weekend/holiday/outage coverage as needed.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Water treatment ops

RO systems

Pumps & valves

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

California driver’s license

Willing to obtain CA T1 and D1 certifications

HAZWOPER and safety certifications preferred

Job description

Water Treatment Operator

We are currently recruiting a Water Treatment Operator to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working toward common goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility and clear accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment systems, including reverse osmosis (RO), filtration, demineralization, clarifiers, chemical feed systems, pumps, valves, and associated equipment to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.
• Perform routine inspections of water treatment equipment and systems; identify abnormal conditions; report deficiencies; and initiate corrective actions as required.
• Collect water samples, perform laboratory, and field testing to verify water quality and system performance in compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Record, review, and maintain operating data, laboratory results, equipment readings, inspections, and maintenance records using approved logs, and plant software systems.
• Analyze operating parameters, water chemistry results, and equipment performance trends; identify process deviations; and recommend operational adjustments to optimize system efficiency and reliability.
• Notify and coordinate with the Lead Operator and Supervisor regarding operational issues, equipment failures, and abnormal plant conditions as required.
• Apply company safety policies, environmental requirements, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and safe work practices to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in water treatment facilities, chemical storage areas, laboratories, and equipment rooms.
• Verify chemical inventories; receive, handle, store, and manage treatment chemicals in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Review operating procedures, drawings, P&IDs, manuals, work orders, and technical documentation to support safe and effective plant operation.
• Coordinate shift turnover activities; communicate equipment status, operating concerns, and ongoing work to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Provide weekend, holiday, vacation, outage, and emergency coverage as needed to maintain adequate staffing and operational support across the facility.
• Ability to safely work alone and manage assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a California Water Treatment Operator T1 certification within six months of employment.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a California Water Distribution Operator D1 certification within six months of employment.
• Possession of a current California T1 and/or D1 operator certification is preferred.
• Forklift, aerial lift, respiratory protection, first aid/CPR, HAZWOPER, and other industrial safety certifications preferred.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Technical training and/or experience in industrial operations, water treatment, mechanical maintenance, electrical, instrumentation and controls, or related fields is preferred.
• Experience working with pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, chemical feed systems, filters, compressors, instrumentation, and process control equipment.
• Working knowledge of industrial water treatment processes, including reverse osmosis (RO), filtration, demineralization, clarification, disinfection, and chemical treatment systems is preferred.

Key Competencies

• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Ability to work effectively both alone and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in changing operational conditions.
• Reliability, accountability, and professionalism.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Company Culture

We believe in a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where you are based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission.