Water & Wastewater Operator – Day Shift with On-Call Bonus

Woodard & Curran; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodard & Curran in Missouri is seeking a hands-on Operator to support two wastewater facilities, multiple lift stations, and drinking water sites. You’ll perform inspections, operate and troubleshoot plant equipment, collect samples, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.

This role requires a high school diploma, valid MO drinking water and/or wastewater licenses (dual certification preferred), and a willingness to work a 6:00 am–2:30 pm schedule with on‑call rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Missouri Class C Drinking Water license and/or Class A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license; dual certification preferred.
• DOT medical card preferred.
• Ability to make sound process-control decisions, follow procedures, and work safely.
• Mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, asset management, equipment reliability, or process improvement programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily plant inspections and operational rounds.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Collect water quality samples and perform testing to support compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.
• Monitor treatment processes and make process-control adjustments using SCADA through remote access.
• Use asset management software to manage maintenance work orders and maintain operational records.
• Inspect and maintain wastewater lift stations, including cleaning wet wells and pulling pumps for repair and maintenance.
• Help maintain facility grounds and the overall appearance of sites, including mowing, washing buildings, and spraying weeds.
• Work closely with fellow operators and staff to share responsibilities and keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

SCADA operation

Preventive maintenance

Asset management

Troubleshooting

Equipment reliability

Education

Missouri drinking water license (Class C)

Wastewater operator license (Class A)

Dual certification preferred (water & wastewater)

Job description

Woodard & Curran in Missouri is seeking a hands-on Operator to support two wastewater facilities, multiple lift stations, and drinking water sites. You’ll perform inspections, operate and troubleshoot plant equipment, collect samples, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.

This role requires a high school diploma, valid MO drinking water and/or wastewater licenses (dual certification preferred), and a willingness to work a 6:00 am–2:30 pm schedule with on‑call rotation.