Wastewater Operator - Shift

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee‑owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues.

We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.

Come join our team supporting the wastewater treatment needs for a high‑profile client at the Hartsfield‑Jackson International Airport! In this unique role you will have the chance to work in both Wastewater and Industrial Wastewater treatment allowing you the opportunity to grow and develop your skill set in the field. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as we strive to maintain compliance and produce the highest quality of treated wastewater.

If you enjoy protecting nature’s precious resource, water, then this position is for you! Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employee’s growth and development and wants to help you on your career path.

We are seeking a full‑time Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operator in Atlanta, GA. This position is responsible for operating the WWTP in compliance with applicable local, state, and Federal environmental requirements, including performing daily rounds, assisting with equipment repairs, and troubleshooting and correcting operational problems. Other responsibilities include grounds keeping, pressure washing, light painting, sweeping, cleaning, and shoveling.

Schedule:

This position is shift work and is eligible for overtime. The shift will be the 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The schedule for this position involves rotating twelve‑hour shifts allowing you the chance to maximize your time off when planned in advance. Shifts may include nights, weekends or legal holidays with the opportunity for overtime pay.

• Georgia (or equivalent) Grade III or higher or Industrial wastewater operator’s license.
• 1‑3 years’ experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility preferred.
• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of computer applications, and ability to use & learn various software programs [Hach WIMS, SEMS CMMS, and Utility Cloud].
• Applicant must possess a valid driver’s License and maintain a good driving record.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre‑placement physical and drug screen before employment.

$21.58 - $32.36 an hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

• 401(k) Pre‑tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed.
• Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually.
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked.
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non‑work related illness or injury.
• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding.
• Disability: Paid short and long term disability.
• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: Dario Mind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals…