Wastewater Treatment Operator CA Grade 2
Job Location:
Victorville, CA - USA
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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.
What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran
- Minimum Grade 2 State of California Wastewater Treatment License.
- Ensure permit compliance with environmental and public health & safety standards. This includes monitoring plant conditions and executing process control changes as needed to optimize treatment efficiency.
- Operate valves pumps and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater throughout the treatment plant.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment such as electric motors electric powered pumps air compressors emergency systems pressure and flow regulators analyzers chemical feed systems and aeration blowers.MBR & UV disinfection systems experience is a plus.
- Monitor observe and interpret operating conditions and performance and initiate corrective action.
- Review and analyze automated information and control system data.
- Perform laboratory and process tests and interpret results to optimize plant performance and makes appropriate process control changes.
- Maintain accurate records including calculating flow rates and the daily use of chemicals gauge and meter readings and completing required monthly inspections.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools and laboratory testing equipment.
- Perform a variety of custodial and housekeeping duties.
- Provide direction and training to less experienced staff related to plant operations.
- Participate in emergency response.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you will need to succeed
- A self-motivated positive can-do attitude!
- Possess and maintain as a minimum a valid California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certification (grade 2 or higher) by the California SWRCB.
- Minimum of five years of professional experience in the operation and maintenance of a water or wastewater treatment facility is desired.
- Proficiency with computers and mobile devices including an ability to work with: SCADA Microsoft Word Excel Maintenance Management Programs and other site-specific systems.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- CA Class C Drivers License.
- Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment background check drug screen and physical.
Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)
As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace Woodard & Curran uses aMutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently.
What this means:
- MDR applies to both you and the Company
- Most workplace-related disputes are resolved throughbinding arbitration rather than court proceedings
- Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement
If you are offered a position with Woodard & Curran you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet.
Review the full agreement here:Mutual Dispute Resolution Agreement
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.
Workplace Information
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.
View required Right to Work and E-Verify posters here.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility
Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process please contact Beth Sweitzer.
View our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
View the Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster
Inclusion & Belonging
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.
As an employee-owned company we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow contribute fully and deliver meaningful impact.
Recruitment Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees.
Text Message Communication Notice:
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process (e.g. application review or resume screening). These tools assist our team but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people.
