Water/Wastewater Operator: Lab & Plant Technician

Town of Red Springs; Red Springs (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid Holidays

Employer paid health insurance

Retirement through NC Local Government

Job summary

Town of Red Springs is hiring for a role in water and wastewater facility operations. The position involves monitoring plant performance, collecting samples, conducting laboratory tests, and maintaining equipment and records to ensure safe potable water and compliant waste treatment.

Responsibilities include data logging, on-call rotation, and working with safety procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma with chemistry/biology coursework or related experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school with coursework in chemistry or biology or equivalent experience in operation and maintenance of machinery.

Responsibilities

• Makes regular tours of plant and checks equipment for proper functioning.
• Records data from meters, logs activities, and takes readings.
• Collects samples and performs standard laboratory tests.
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs; assists with major maintenance.

Skills

Water treatment & wastewater know-how

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Town of Red Springs is hiring for a role in water and wastewater facility operations. The position involves monitoring plant performance, collecting samples, conducting laboratory tests, and maintaining equipment and records to ensure safe potable water and compliant waste treatment.

Responsibilities include data logging, on-call rotation, and working with safety procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma with chemistry/biology coursework or related experience.