Water Treatment Operator

Colonial Group; Strafford (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

American Products is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join our treatment team. The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of wastewater systems to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include operating the paint line wash and wastewater systems, collecting samples, adjusting controls, maintaining equipment, and recording data. Hazwoper certification is required within 60 days, with 40-hour Hazwoper preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater systems and paint line wash.
• Adjust controls and monitor meters and process 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

Maintenance basics

Independent worker

Team collaboration

PPE proficiency

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

Basic lab/measurement tools

Job description

Wastewater Operator

Location: American Products
Shift: Tuesday-Friday 5:30am-3:30pm
Starting Pay: $21-23/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.