Water Treatment Plant Operator

Job Description:

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Parsons is adding to our Lowry Landfill Superfund Site team! We are hiring an industrial wastewater treatment plant operator to support a former landfill project in Aurora, Colorado.

Job Summary:

This position will assist certified operators in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and gain work experience and training to become a certified industrial wastewater treatment plant operator.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, perform a variety of skilled technical duties and semi‑skilled labor tasks in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant
• Maintain a complex groundwater collection and treatment system that includes chemical precipitation of solids, moving bed biological reactors, an advanced oxidation process using ultraviolet light and peroxide, and an IX treatment system.
• Perform assigned treatment plant rounds; inspect, monitor, troubleshoot, test and document plant processes
• Operate, monitor, repair, and adjust treatment plant machinery and equipment including pumps, valves, motors, meters, tanks, reservoirs, feeders, and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations
• Collect and document samples and perform a variety of routine water quality laboratory tests

Successful candidate shall have the following competencies:

• Maintains a high‑performance standard, pays close attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
• Effective time management, maintain high level of productivity, completes work in a timely and consistent manner
• Uses sound judgement to make good decisions benefiting the project and the client

Successful candidate shall meet the following requirements:

• High School diploma, or equivalent, and typically 6+ years of related work experience, or an Associate’s Degree in a related field with 4+ years of experience
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment fit for duty evaluation, drug test, and a background test
• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to clear an MVR check
• Adherence to a strong safety culture
• Mechanically inclined with experience operating and troubleshooting tools and equipment
• 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER is a plus, but we will provide the right candidate with that training
• State of Colorado Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator Class D or higher

Security Clearance Requirement:

None. This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

Salary Range:

$29.95 – $52.40 per hour

Benefits:

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best‑in‑class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! This position requires a Fit for Duty exam as part of the job requirements.

Successful completion of this exam(s) will be required post‑offer acceptance, prior to you being able to continue in the hiring process and onboarding. This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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