Treatment Plant Operator - Bethpage, NY

We have an immediate need for a full‑time Treatment Plant Operator located in the vicinity of the Naval Weapons Industrial Reserve Plant (NWIRP), Bethpage, New York.

The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M), monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing various treatment plants including groundwater treatment plants, wastewater pretreatment/treatment plants, drinking water treatment plants, soil vapor extraction / air sparge (SVE/AS) systems, or other treatment plants. The operator is also responsible for general plant and property maintenance and for implementing onsite safety and quality control.

• Full‑time employees are eligible for an outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, and a 401(k) with match.
• Rate of pay: $35 to $38 per hour plus health and welfare benefits.

• Perform Treatment Plant O&M in accordance with prescribed requirements, including discharge permit requirements.
• Perform instrument calibration, measurement, and data recording for operating parameters.
• Collect process samples to be shipped for laboratory analysis.
• Perform routine maintenance items such as filter changeouts, carbon backwashing, media changeouts, pump and motor servicing, and other routine maintenance required.
• Respond to system call‑outs within 4 hours to keep the treatment plants running continuously.
• Perform/oversee routine site maintenance including limited mowing and snow removal.
• Treat water generated from construction dewatering events.
• Perform troubleshooting activities and assist with repairs and treatment plant upgrades or modifications.
• Prepare daily reports to be emailed to the Project Manager.
• Oversee onsite activities to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.
• Select tools, materials, and equipment and track inventory.
• Assist in generating Request for Information and Change Order documents, including labor and material costs for necessary maintenance.
• Prepare internal reports pertaining to job status.
• Oversee subcontractors.
• Familiarity/experience with operation/control of

• Remote recovery wells
• Air Stripping
• Bag Filtration
• GAC filtration
• Advance oxidation process (AOP)
• Chemical handling

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.
• OSHA 40‑hr HAZWOPER training preferred.
• Basic mechanical skills to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and direct repairs on groundwater extraction and treatment system components.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office suite and SCADA systems.

• Ability to work in the field on hazardous waste sites.
• Mildly able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and can obtain security clearance/badges for access to secure military installations.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Position requires satisfactory completion of pre‑employment criminal record and driving background checks.

Pre‑employment drug testing and a physical examination are required, as well as compliance with the Corporate Drug‑Free Workplace Program.

As a Federal Contract Employer, KOMAN Families of Companies follows Federal Laws as it pertains to drug testing. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo drug testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Federal Law.
Successful completion of a background and DMV record check also must be completed prior to hire.

Preference will be given to Natives of Kodiak, Inc. Shareholders and Descendants of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e‑2(i).

KGS is an Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.