Wastewater Treatment Operator
Job Location:
Saint Charles, IL - 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 will you be doing at Woodard & Curran
- Monitor water and wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment both manually and via SCADA automation making adjustments as necessary to control their operation.
- Monitor remote pump stations with inspections and daily sampling as required.
- Perform water quality sampling testing and analysis to determine compliance with federal state and local regulations.
- Operate maintain control and perform routine repair of plant equipment including preventive maintenance duties.
- Utilize software programs for maintenance work orders and maintains all necessary records which entails data entry and report generation including data for preparing the Monthly Operating Report.
- Perform general maintenance duties of plant and other assigned duties.
- Participates in the daily operations of the wastewater treatment facility as directed by the Plant/Project Manager.
- Assists in the operation of assigned treatment mechanical and electrical equipment and other similarly related facility components and equipment.
- Monitors and controls assigned tasks to ensure cost-effective service to meet budget.
- Coordinates to ensure that other facility employees follow established administrative safety and operating policies.
- Transporting biosolids to the landfill.
What will you need to succeed
- High School Graduate or Equivalent or technical/vocational school background.
- Valid State of MO Drivers License required.
- A Class A CDL is preferred.
- A valid State of Missouri Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators license is preferred or the ability to obtain a minimum of a Missouri DNR Class D wastewater certification as soon as possible.
- Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions as well as follow safety procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Successful candidates will be required to complete a DOT background check and DOT pre-placement physical and DOT drug screen before employment.
Uncertified Operator - $30.50
Class D Operator - $34.56
Class C Operator - $35.39
Class B Operator - $36.24
Class A Operator - $36.69
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.
