Plant Operator Trainee
Core
Operate and monitor wastewater treatment plant facilities, processes, and equipment to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and compliant operations.
Role type
Entry-level plant operator (wastewater treatment)
Builds
Wastewater treatment processes and facility operations
Domain
Environmental services / Water and wastewater treatment
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Equipment operation, valve adjustment, data recording, sample collection, log maintenance, basic troubleshooting, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Associate degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Biology, NY State Class 1A Wastewater Treatment License, basic laboratory sampling knowledge
Technologies
Windows, Google Workspace, MS Office Suite
Responsibilities
Perform process and equipment rounds, record operations data and tank levels, operate pumps and valves, collect samples for lab analysis, maintain logbooks, inspect equipment for functionality, adjust chemical feeds, troubleshoot operational issues
Seniority
Entry-level, supervised IC