Industrial Wastewater Operator
Woodard & CurranRobinson, Illinois
Full Time
Posted January 6, 2026
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Job Description
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining industrial wastewater treatment facilities in compliance with environmental regulations, performing daily operational tasks, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting plant maintenance and safety efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the wastewater treatment plant in compliance with environmental regulations
- Perform daily rounds to monitor plant operations
- Assist with equipment repairs and troubleshoot operational issues
- Maintain plant safety and environmental compliance standards
- Conduct groundskeeping activities such as pressure washing, cleaning, and shoveling
Requirements
- Operate the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in compliance with applicable local, state, and Federal environmental requirements.
- Perform daily rounds of the wastewater treatment plant to monitor operational conditions.
- Assist with equipment repairs as needed to ensure proper functioning of the treatment plant.
- Troubleshoot and correct operational problems that arise during plant operation.
- Maintain safety and compliance standards in all operational activities.
- Perform grounds keeping activities including pressure washing, light painting, sweeping, cleaning, and shoveling as part of the job responsibilities.
- Work on rotating shifts, which may include first shift, second shift, weekends, and legal holidays, with the opportunity for overtime pay.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent educational qualification.
- Have a minimum of 1 year of experience operating a wastewater treatment plant or in a related industrial wastewater treatment environment.
- Be capable of performing physical tasks such as shoveling, sweeping, and pressure washing, which may require physical strength and stamina.
- Be willing to work in an industrial environment with exposure to water, chemicals, and other treatment plant conditions.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Rotating work schedule with shifts including first shift, second shift, weekends, and holidays
Overtime pay opportunities
Observed holidays (up to 9 per year)
Vacation accrued based on years of experience and hours worked
Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury
Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision plans
Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits, with voluntary additional life insurance for employees and families
Paid short and long-term disability insurance
Retirement Savings Plan with 100% company match on the first 3% of salary contributed
Wellbeing support through DarioMind assistance program and personalized mental health resources
Inclusive and non-discriminatory employment practices
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