Water/Wastewater Plant Operator Apprentice

SolveNow Inc.; Liberal (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SolveNow Inc. is seeking a hands-on Water/Wastewater Plant Operator to support daily plant operations on a rotating shift. You will learn maintenance of equipment, monitor flow, collect samples, and perform routine lab tests.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and the ability to work independently or with others. You'll pursue a Class I wastewater certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (will need that for wastewater certification).
• Valid driver's license with no major infractions.
• Basic understanding of computer software, including Microsoft Office, and ability to enter data into a maintenance management system and Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Learns and gains skills involving the maintenance of equipment and servicing work in the plant.
• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes.
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels.
• Observes and reports abnormalities to supervisor.
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings.
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses.
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties.
• May be requested to work different shift to fill in.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Google Sheets

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance Management System

Google Sheets

Job description

SolveNow Inc. is seeking a hands-on Water/Wastewater Plant Operator to support daily plant operations on a rotating shift. You will learn maintenance of equipment, monitor flow, collect samples, and perform routine lab tests.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and the ability to work independently or with others. You'll pursue a Class I wastewater certification within 18 months.