Water Treatment Operator

Colonial Group; Milton (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

American Products is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join our team on a Tue-Fri 5:30am-3:30pm shift. You will monitor, operate, and maintain wastewater systems to keep the facility compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.

The role requires safety awareness, basic maintenance, data recording, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with team members. A high school diploma or GED is preferred; Hazwoper training will be provided as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Wastewater experience preferred.
• 40-hour Hazwoper preferred; 24-hour Hazwoper required within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the paint line wash and wastewater systems.
• Adjust treatment equipment controls and monitor meters, gauges, and data.
• Add treatment chemicals as needed.
• Collect and test water samples; calibrate equipment.
• Record data in computer systems.
• Perform basic maintenance with hand and power tools.
• Clean and maintain tanks, basins, screens, and equipment.

Skills

Safety PPE

Basic maintenance

Equipment operation

Data recording

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test equipment

Job description

Wastewater Operator

Location: American Products
Shift: Tuesday-Friday 5:30am-3:30pm
Pay: $19-21/hr

About the Role

Join the American Products wastewater treatment team and help ensure our facility stays compliant with local, state, and federal regulations. This role supports safe, efficient operation of our wastewater systems.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and safely operate the paint line wash and wastewater systems.
• Adjust treatment equipment controls and monitor meters, gauges, and process data.
• Add treatment chemicals (polymers, metal salts, nutrients) as needed.
• Collect and test water samples; calibrate test equipment.
• Record data in computer systems.
• Perform basic maintenance using hand and power tools.
• Clean and maintain tanks, basins, screens, and other equipment.

What You Bring

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience & Certifications

• Wastewater experience preferred.
• 40‑hour Hazwoper preferred.
• 24‑hour Hazwoper required within the first 60 days.

Skills

• Safe handling of industrial chemicals.
• Basic maintenance skills (plumbing, pumps, power tools).
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members.
• Strong safety awareness and use of PPE.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for long periods, climb stairs, reach overhead, crouch, and kneel.
• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Use of required PPE: safety glasses, safety footwear, chemical protective equipment.

Other Details

• No travel required.
• No direct reports.
• Must follow all safety procedures.
• Duties may be adjusted based on business needs.