Water Treatment Operator - 2nd Shift

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

Job summary

American Products in Strafford, MO is seeking a Wastewater Operator for the 2nd shift to operate and maintain our wastewater treatment and paint line wash systems, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. You will adjust controls, test samples, collect data, and perform routine maintenance while working safely with chemicals and PPE.

Hazwoper certifications are required within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Hazwoper certification required within 60 days.
• Wastewater experience preferred.
• Education: high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and safely operate the wastewater systems and paint line wash.
• Adjust treatment controls and monitor meters and data.
• Add treatment chemicals as needed and collect water samples.
• Calibrate test equipment and record data in systems.
• Perform basic maintenance with hand and power tools.
• Clean and maintain tanks, basins, screens and related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.

Skills

Safe chemical handling

Basic maintenance skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

PPE usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wastewater Operator - 2nd Shift

Location: American Products, Strafford MO
Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:30 PM – 1:30 AM
Pay: $21.00–$23.00/hour + $2.00/hour Shift Differential

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.