Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

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 diverse teams and encourage collaboration in an equitable and 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. That’s how we make a difference to our clients, people, 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 you will be doing at Woodard & Curran:

Woodard & Curran is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate will work directly with  experienced operators on a daily basis as part of the team. The ideal candidate should be focused and ambitious as career advancement opportunities are awarded based on performance.  You will regularly participate in the daily operations and maintenance of our Industrial Wastewater Treatment facilities as directed by the Project Manager. This position requires the candidate to work a regular 40-hour week based on five (5) eight hour shifts from Tuesday through Saturday , 6:30am to 3:00pm.  The ability to provide weekend and off hour coverage, and emergency response is required.

• High School or trade school diploma is required; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in operations & maintenance of a water and/or wastewater treatment facility; or any equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
• Mechanical ability and overall adaptability to changing conditions and environments is required.
• A hands-on approach to troubleshooting, identifying, and resolving maintenance related issues that arise in the treatment system.
• New Jersey Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License (N), is preferred or the ability to obtain through the operator’s exam, or reciprocity.
• OSHA 40hr. HAZWOPER with current 8hr. refresher (if applicable).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation' and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment system.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in water and wastewater treatment work and the ability to respond to emergency call-outs as needed.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, drawings and specifications for work assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• A strong work ethic and team first approach are requirements for this position.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Benefits & Wellbeing

Retirement Savings:

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: Company will match equal to 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed, All employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan and are 100% vested in the value of own contributions and any employer matching contributions.

Time away from work:

• Vacation time is provided to full and part-time regular employees. Vacation is accrued, based on number of hours worked per week as well as prior years of experience.

• Woodard & Curran offers paid sick time to eligible employees who are absent due to their own non-work related, illness, injury, or medical procedure.

• Woodard & Curran provides up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding in a 12-month period.

• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance from Sun Life to assist with replacing a portion of your income in the event of non-job-related illness or injury. Eligible employees are automatically enrolled and eligible immediately.

Coverage and support for your needs and wellbeing:

Personal and Family health: Company offers three medical plan options based on geography; plus HSA and PSA plans are available based on eligibility, additional options include dental and vision plans.

Company provides basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employee and family are available through Sun Life.

WayForward powered by Dario: EAP Program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing coaching.

LiveWell wellbeing program: credit incentive is available, up to $600 annually – nutrition and fitness reimbursement, and access to the Virgin Pulse wellness platform.

Education: Tuition assistance offers eligible employees up to 100% reimbursement of tuition, books and fees up to $5250 per year, for courses related to the employee’s job or planned career development.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

Woodard & Curran is an Affirmative Action and 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 factors. To read our entire Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement, click here. To view the Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster and supplement, click here.

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We value diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Woodard & Curran believes that complex teams working together in an equitable, inclusive space provides the best opportunity for achieving our vision of clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people.  Our success is tied to a culture that embraces our differences so that everyone can bring their whole, authentic selves to work. When our people are supported to reach their full potential, we provide the most innovative, sound, and effective solutions.

Salary : $600 - $5,250