Water / Wastewater Operator (Treatment Plant & Field Services)

The role

You will perform operational evaluations of water and wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure. This includes monitoring system performance, collecting samples, performing maintenance, and repairing mechanical and electrical components.

What you will do

• Travel to client sites to perform operational evaluations of water and wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and related infrastructure
• Monitor and evaluate treatment system performance
• Collect, test, and analyze water and wastewater samples
• Review and optimize treatment processes
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on treatment systems, distribution systems, and equipment
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical components
• Monitor system conditions and respond to alarms or emergency conditions
• Clean, maintain, and service tanks, wet wells, booster stations, and other facilities
• Record and maintain accurate operational data, maintenance logs, and inspection reports
• Prepare written reports and communicate findings to supervisors and project managers

Required qualifications

• Pennsylvania Water/Wastewater Operator License (or ability to obtain within one year)
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment
• Strong understanding of plant operations, distribution systems, and lift stations
• Ability to monitor system performance and interpret data
• Proficiency in collecting and analyzing water and wastewater samples and maintaining records
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements including EPA, OSHA, and state environmental standards
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Nice to have

• Prior experience in water or wastewater treatment plant operations, system maintenance, or related environmental services
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), SCADA systems, or similar operational software

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
• 401k match
• Tuition assistance
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives

Before you apply

• Sponsorship not available now or in the future

About the company

Apex Companies is a consulting and engineering firm in the AEC industry. It is a national firm with 70+ locations across the US.