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Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator

Woodard & Curran
Adelanto, California
Full Time
Posted December 11, 2025
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Job Description

A Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating wastewater treatment plant equipment, regulating flows, assisting with laboratory testing, and performing maintenance to ensure efficient and compliant wastewater processing at a community plant.

Key Responsibilities

  • Control the processing of wastewater and effluent
  • Regulate influent and effluent flows within the system
  • Monitor the operation of wastewater treatment plant equipment
  • Assist with basic laboratory testing and sample collection
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment

Requirements

  • Possess a minimum of a Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator certification or equivalent industry certification.
  • Ability to learn and perform a variety of operational duties to control the processing of wastewater and effluent, including regulating influent and effluent flows within the system.
  • Monitor the operation of a variety of wastewater treatment plant equipment.
  • Assist with basic laboratory testing and sample collection related to wastewater treatment.
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance in support of the wastewater treatment plant.
  • Work under the direct or general supervision of the Lead Operator and Plant Manager.
  • Schedule: Work five 8-hour shifts from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday, after onboarding and training.
  • Be required to work rotating standby on call, including weekends, with a stipend of $200 for on-call time.
  • Possess the physical ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, protecting natural water resources.
  • Have the ability to work in a team environment and follow safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to safety, compliance, and environmental regulations relevant to wastewater treatment operations.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation/salary range not specified
Work schedule: Five 8-hour shifts from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, with rotating standby on call including weekends
Work environment perks: Outdoor work protecting water resources
Additional benefits: Retirement Savings 401(k) with company match, observed holidays (up to 9), vacation and sick time, paid parental leave (up to 80 hours), short and long-term disability, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, AD&D, mental health and wellbeing resources through DarioMind, inclusive and non-discriminatory employment practices

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