Groundwater Treatment System Operator (PROPOSAL)
Job Location:
Sidney, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 20 - 40
Posted:
22 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline:
19 January 2027
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Groundwater Treatment System Operator
Pay rate: $20.00 -$40.00 USD Hourly
Location: Sidney NY 13838
Job Duration: Temp-to-Hire (after 520 hrs. worked min.)
Work Type: Onsite role
Work hours: 7am-4pm
Workdays: Mon-Fri
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and monitor the groundwater extraction system including:
o Collection trench and associated pumps
o Recovery wells
o Assessing and adjusting system setpoints pumping and flow control
Operate the groundwater treatment plant including:
o Chemical precipitation and clarification systems
o Air stripper for VOC removal
o Granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment
o Filtration and solids handling systems
Perform system inspections startup/shutdown procedures and basic troubleshooting of pumps instrumentation and treatment equipment.
Conduct routine compliance monitoring and sampling.
Complete and maintain field documentation including:
o Logbooks inspection forms and sampling records to support quarterly and annual regulatory reporting.
Conduct landfill inspections and maintenance including:
o Cap condition erosion and settlement
o Stormwater controls and drainage features
o Monitoring wells gas vents and site infrastructure
Support waste handling activities including management of treatment waste and disposal.
Follow all health and safety requirements including:
o HAZWOPER protocols
o Confined space and LOTO procedures
o Site-specific Health and Safety plans (HASP)
Site maintenance including mowing and snow removal
Required Qualifications:
Pay rate: $20.00 -$40.00 USD Hourly
Location: Sidney NY 13838
Job Duration: Temp-to-Hire (after 520 hrs. worked min.)
Work Type: Onsite role
Work hours: 7am-4pm
Workdays: Mon-Fri
Job Description:
- Our client is seeking a Groundwater Treatment System Operator to support operation and maintenance of a groundwater extraction and treatment system (GWETS) and associated landfill remediation systems in Sidney New York.
- This role includes daily system operation environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance activities for a complex Superfund remediation site.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and monitor the groundwater extraction system including:
o Collection trench and associated pumps
o Recovery wells
o Assessing and adjusting system setpoints pumping and flow control
Operate the groundwater treatment plant including:
o Chemical precipitation and clarification systems
o Air stripper for VOC removal
o Granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment
o Filtration and solids handling systems
Perform system inspections startup/shutdown procedures and basic troubleshooting of pumps instrumentation and treatment equipment.
Conduct routine compliance monitoring and sampling.
Complete and maintain field documentation including:
o Logbooks inspection forms and sampling records to support quarterly and annual regulatory reporting.
Conduct landfill inspections and maintenance including:
o Cap condition erosion and settlement
o Stormwater controls and drainage features
o Monitoring wells gas vents and site infrastructure
Support waste handling activities including management of treatment waste and disposal.
Follow all health and safety requirements including:
o HAZWOPER protocols
o Confined space and LOTO procedures
o Site-specific Health and Safety plans (HASP)
Site maintenance including mowing and snow removal
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma (or equivalent) with 5 years of experience in water/wastewater or groundwater treatment systems OR Associate degree with 4 years of relevant experience.
- Experience operating physical/chemical treatment systems
- Familiarity with multi-stage treatment processes such as air stripping GAC clarification and chemical dosing
- Experience with environmental sampling and groundwater monitoring
- Knowledge of SPDES/NPDES permit compliance and discharge monitoring requirements
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and maintenance aptitude/experience
- Experience maintaining or operating SCADA or automated control systems
- HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (current or prior) is preferred
- Basic computer skills (Excel Word Outlook)
- Ability to work outdoors and lift up to 50 lbs
Required Experience:
IC
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