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Water & Wastewater Operator Trainee

Woodard & Curran62 open roles

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$21 – $24 an hour
Where
Groveland, FL
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Woodard & 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.

Are you looking for a stable career with room for growth and advancement? Does working in an industry that gives back to its community by providing clean and safe water sound appealing to you?

Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified water and wastewater operators across the country to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. We aid our employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry, as well as reimbursing employees towards earning, upgrading, and keeping their licenses and certifications within the industry.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

We are looking for an Operator Trainee in Groveland, Florida. We are looking for someone with strong computer skills who wants to learn the treatment process, work towards obtaining their license, and assist with additional responsibilities that help keep our plant running smoothly and staying in compliance. You will be shadowing certified operators at the treatment facility and in the field to learn the processes and procedures that go into treating both drinking and wastewater. You will also spend some time in the office managing work orders and our computerized maintenance management system, ordering plant supplies, and other projects as needed. If you enjoy working both indoors and outdoors protecting nature’s precious resource, water, then this position is for you!

Schedule:

Hours 6:00a.m.-2:30p.m, Monday- Friday, Sunday- Thursday, Tuesday- Saturday based on operational needs with the flexibility to work different shifts to meet the demands of the water and wastewater systems. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Some of the duties you will be performing include:

  • Perform duties necessary to support the Water, Wastewater and Maintenance departments to ensure the proper operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater treatment systems and equipment. Duties include but are not limited to, assisting with the conducting of lab tests, sample analysis, running tests on various equipment, cleaning bottles for the autosampler, and determining test results.
  • Assists with monitoring and adjusting system flows, treatment process conditions, and storage levels by monitoring the status of production, storage, and delivery systems. Duties include maintaining system reports and records by preparing and logging daily reports into the computer system.
  • Assists with maintaining and cleaning plant and plant equipment, and cleaning lab counters and floors. Duties include, but are not limited to, grounds maintenance, and basic pump and motor maintenance. May assist and/or be cross-trained in pump and motor repair, maintenance, and installation.
  • Attends training classes, takes tests, and participates in on-the-job-training activities that are required by the State of Florida, as a prerequisite for obtaining a Class C wastewater license. This position is classified as an Operator in Training and is responsible for accomplishing licensure requirements commensurate with the position within 12 months of hire.

What will you need to succeed?

  • High School Degree or Equivalent.
  • Valid Florida Driver's License required.
  • The ability to work towards obtaining a State of Florida Class "C" Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators license.
  • Being able to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as following safety procedures.
  • Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Benefits:

  • Full benefit package with 401k matching up to 3%.
  • Merit increases based on performance
  • Project Bonus
  • SPARKS Bonus- If we work safely without any incidents maxing out at $500
  • Continuous Education- company pays for schooling and certifications for personal growth.
  • 8 Paid holidays – 2 additional floating holiday

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

E-Verify Participation: Woodard & Curran participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we provide access to the Right to Work & E-Verify postings.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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