Wastewater Treatment Operator

Woodard & Curran

Job Location:

Concord, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 24 - 35

Posted on: 10 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water a safe environment healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people offering opportunities for professional growth ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients communities and the planet.

Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers scientists and regulatory experts to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning upgrading and keeping their certifications within the industry.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran

Be part of a team that runs the first CoMag system in the entire world! The Concord MA Wastewater Treatment Facility is the first wastewater plant on the planet to utilize CoMag treatment technology which uses magnets to help treat the wastewater resulting in a highly polished final effluent. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as we work towards 100% compliance which is achieved by daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system. If you enjoy working outdoors protecting natures precious resource water then this position is for you. Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employees growth and development and wants to help you on your career path.

The Concord MA staff is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and the building and grounds. This full-time position is responsible for the operation and general maintenance of equipment at a 1 MGD advanced wastewater treatment facility. Primary focus will be in laboratory analysis record keeping and process control. Secondary focus is assisting with maintenance projects and general facility and grounds maintenance.

Schedule: Our operators participate in an on call rotation for plant coverage outside normal workday hours including addition operators will be required to respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed. The daily schedule is Monday Friday 7.00AM 3.30PM.

What will you need to succeed

Massachusetts Grade IV or higher license or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
Minimum of one year of experience in a wastewater treatment facility operation and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education.
Must live within a one hour radius of Concord MA in order to respond to emergency call-outs.
High School or trade school diploma is required Associate Degree or higher preferred.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors other personnel and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Familiarity with biological/chemical treatment processes with particular aptitude for laboratory analysis record keeping and facility maintenance.
Must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

$24 - $35 an hour

Depending on qualifications and experience.

Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings:

401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work:

Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.To view the Right to Work and E-Verify Posters combined posters click here.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based solely on job-related read our entireAffirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement click here. To view the EEOC Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster and supplement click here.

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply please contactBeth Sweitzer.

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively.

At Woodard & Curran we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment. We understand that the best solutions for our clients and communities come from a culture that nurtures the success and growth of all employees. As an employee-owned organization our dedication to fostering growth access and opportunity empowers us to serve our clients effectively and advance our mission of making a positive impact on the world. Our success is rooted in supporting our team members to reach their full potential enabling us to deliver the most innovative sound and effective solutions to improve our communities around us.

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Please be advised that we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed contract in place will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for any referral fees. Recruitment agencies must have a valid signed agreement with our company prior to following the submission process to consider potential candidates.

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