Lead Wastewater Operator
Woodard & Curran
Apply to this jobWoodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.
What would you need to succeed?
- High School Degree or Equivalent.
- Valid Virginia Driver's License required.
- Must possess a valid State of Virginia Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators license or ability to work towards obtaining a wastewater license.
- Ability to solve problems and perform analytical testing on wastewater in a lab environment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical skills preferred.
- Lab experience is preferred but not required.
- 3+ years’ experience in wastewater treatment facility operation and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
- Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as follow safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and be a self-starter.
- Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.
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Compensation (from employer):
22–36 USD per-hour-wage
Summary
Operate and maintain wastewater treatment plant, ensure compliance, perform lab tests, and troubleshoot.
Job title
Lead Wastewater Operator
Experience level
3+ years
Minimum experience
3+ years exp
Industry
engineering
Location requirements
On-site in Abingdon, VA, with some on-call work allowed.
Salary
$26k–$75k
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Abingdon, VA, USA