About the Role
Liquid Environmental Solutions is hiring a Plant Operator for our nonmunicipal wastewater treatment facility in Phoenix. This role is ideal for individuals who are mechanically inclined and eager to work in an industrial environment focused on environmental safety and waste processing.
We intake truckloads of various types of nonhazardous wastewater and use advanced industrial equipment to process the material for safe disposal or recycling. Our plant runs on teamwork mechanical precision and safetyfirst thinking.
Location: 5159 W Van Buren St Phoenix AZ
Schedule: MondayFriday 5:00 AM 2:30 PM and 2pm to 10pm shifts (Some Saturdays may be required)
Starting Pay: $22/hr (based on skills and experience)
What Were Looking For
We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds. You dont need prior wastewater experience to applybut mechanical aptitude and industrial mindset are a must.
Minimum Qualifications (you should meet one or more of these):
- Operated equipment in manufacturing or production environments (e.g. food processing plastics packaging).
- Experience using tools forklifts or basic maintenance responsibilities.
- Construction or general labor background with exposure to piping water systems or valves.
- Willingness to work outdoors and around odors in hot wet or dirty conditions.
Preferred Experience (ideal candidates will have one or more of these):
- Plant Experience:
- Experience in nonmunicipal wastewater grease trap/septic facilities or chemical treatment plants
- Industrial plant work involving fluid handling tank monitoring or regulated waste
- Mechanical Skills:
- Handson work with DAF machines centrifuges filter presses or other industrial systems
- Previous roles as a maintenance tech auto/diesel mechanic HVAC tech stationary engineer or similar
- Ability to perform basic diagnostics preventive maintenance and fluid system troubleshooting
Responsibilities
- Operate monitor and maintain industrial wastewater processing equipment
- Safely handle incoming loads and ensure proper tank assignment
- Clean and maintain processing areas and equipment
- Assist with preventative maintenance and minor equipment repairs
- Operate forklifts skid steers and other heavy equipment (training provided)
- Follow safety and compliance protocols at all times
Work Environment
- On your feet most of the day
- Regular exposure to odors outdoor heat and industrial noise
- Requires lifting bending and climbing
Benefits
- Consistent steady fulltime work
- Affordable medical dental and vision coverage
- Paid holidays vacation and personal time
- 401(k) with company match
- Opportunities for advancement based on performance and initiative
- Companypaid life insurance
- Employee referral bonus program
- Industryleading equipment and safety practices
- Local work be home daily
Join Us
If youre looking to grow your career in a stable essential industryand you like working with your hands in a teamfocused environmentwe want to hear from you.
Apply today and help protect the environmentone load at a time.