Water Treatment Operator

GH Engage; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

GH Engage is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join a wastewater treatment plant in Plymouth, MA. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, maintenance, and ensuring safe, reliable plant performance.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in water/wastewater environments, strong mechanical aptitude, and a Grade 2 or 3 Waste Water License. Competitive benefits and overtime opportunities are available on-site in the South Shore area.

Qualifications

• Previous wastewater, water treatment, utilities or industrial experience is preferred.
• A good mechanical aptitude and willingness to work hands-on.
• Basic maintenance and equipment troubleshooting experience.
• Comfortable working with pumps, motors and general mechanical equipment.
• Ability to complete routine inspections and follow operating procedures.
• Comfortable recording readings and completing basic documentation.
• Able to work independently and in a plant operations team.
• Willingness to work around treatment equipment and chemicals.
• Grade 2 or 3 Waste Water License.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment.
• Complete routine plant rounds, inspections and operational checks.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and general equipment servicing.
• Assist with repairs to pumps, motors, valves and other plant equipment.
• Identify basic mechanical issues and support troubleshooting.
• Monitor equipment and treatment processes throughout the shift.
• Collect samples and carry out routine testing.
• Record plant readings, maintenance work and operational information.
• Support general upkeep of the plant and surrounding areas.
• Use hand and power tools for basic maintenance and repair work.
• Work safely around machinery, chemicals and treatment systems.
• Help ensure the facility operates safely, reliably and efficiently.

Skills

Wastewater experience

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on maintenance

Record readings

Tools

Pumps

Motors

Valves

Job description

I'm currently recruiting for a Waste Water Operator to join a Wastewater Treatment Plant in Plymouth, MA.

I'm looking for someone with a strong Waste Water background who has experience working in Wastewater Treatment Plants and similar environments.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting the day-to-day operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment
• Completing routine plant rounds, inspections and operational checks
• Carrying out preventive maintenance and general equipment servicing
• Assisting with repairs to pumps, motors, valves and other plant equipment
• Identifying basic mechanical issues and supporting troubleshooting
• Monitoring equipment and treatment processes throughout the shift
• Collecting samples and carrying out routine testing
• Recording plant readings, maintenance work and operational information
• Supporting general upkeep of the plant and surrounding areas
• Using hand and power tools for basic maintenance and repair work
• Working safely around machinery, chemicals and treatment systems
• Helping ensure the facility operates safely, reliably and efficiently

Equipment you'll be working with:

• Pumps, motors and mechanical equipment
• Valves, piping and flow control components
• Electrical and mechanical plant systems
• Treatment and filtration equipment
• Tanks and process equipment
• Basic electrical controls and motor starters
• Plant monitoring and control systems
• Meters, gauges and process instrumentation
• Sampling and testing equipment
• Hand and power tools
• General wastewater plant maintenance equipment

What I'm looking for:

• Previous wastewater, water treatment, utilities or industrial experience is preferred
• A good mechanical aptitude and willingness to work hands-on
• Basic maintenance and equipment troubleshooting experience
• Comfortable working with pumps, motors and general mechanical equipment
• Ability to complete routine inspections and follow operating procedures
• Comfortable recording readings and completing basic documentation
• Able to work both independently and as part of a plant operations team
• Willingness to work around treatment equipment and chemicals
• Grade 2 or 3 Waste Water License

Experience within water/wastewater, utilities, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, plant operations or similar hands-on environments will also be considered.

Package:

• $30 - $33 per hour.
• Overtime opportunities
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Training and career development

Location: Plymouth, MA

If you're based in Plymouth, Kingston, Duxbury, Carver, Wareham, Middleborough, Marshfield or the surrounding South Shore area and would be interested in hearing more,