Water & Wastewater Operator: Field & Compliance Lead

Envirolink inc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Envirolink inc in Durham, NC is seeking an on-site Water/Wastewater Operator to join our operations team. You will oversee maintenance, perform repairs, and ensure compliance with state and company policies while coordinating with offices and field crews.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining pumps, valves, lift stations, conducting sampling per monitoring plans, and documenting work and safety compliance. Strong English communication essential.

Qualifications

• US Citizen. E-Verification required
• No felonies or major misdemeanors
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two to five years of experience in field operations programs
• Prefer possession of two or more North Carolina water and wastewater certifications
• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License
• Excellent communication skills required including demonstrated fluency with reading, writing and speaking the English language
• Good math skills
• Pre-employment physical examination/medical history check
• Pre-employment criminal background check

Responsibilities

• Maintain an open, collaborative, team-oriented environment with peers, Leaders, Management, and team members
• Serve as Operator in Responsible Charge for one or more water or wastewater facilities and perform maintenance and repairs according to state and company policies
• Coordinate with office and field teams to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Prepare compliance reports (DMRs, NDMR, Water Usage Reports, Wastewater Reports, Annual Report, CCR)
• Operate and maintain facilities (pumps, valves, lines, hydrants, reservoirs, MCCs, control valves)
• Execute preventive maintenance programs and pump efficiency tests
• Notify supervisor of interruptions, non-compliance, safety issues, and major repairs
• Collect samples per monitoring plan and respond to service interruptions with dispatch coordination
• Complete daily work assignments in compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• Keep accurate time, material, and equipment records
• Ensure safety training in OHSA, DOL, and drug-free workplace requirements
• Provide on-call duty as needed
• Might participate in professional organizations and training courses to maintain competency
• Perform other duties as assigned
• CPR and First Aid certification within 12 months of hire

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Driving license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two to five years field operations experience (NC)

Job description

Envirolink inc in Durham, NC is seeking an on-site Water/Wastewater Operator to join our operations team. You will oversee maintenance, perform repairs, and ensure compliance with state and company policies while coordinating with offices and field crews.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining pumps, valves, lift stations, conducting sampling per monitoring plans, and documenting work and safety compliance. Strong English communication essential.