Wastewater Operator

Job Overview

Dewberry has an opening for a Wastewater Operator experienced in wastewater facilities and operation supporting projects nationwide. Preferred candidates will have experience in disaster response related to wastewater problems post‑event. The Wastewater Operator will perform labor related to repair and installation of wastewater facilities, mains, lift stations, and treatment facilities. Must be capable of troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment and making simple repairs.

Remote work is not permitted for this role. This is a non‑fulltime, deployment‑based on‑call position across the United States. Team members are deployed to impacted sites as needed and may travel frequently on short notice. While the role requires physical presence at various disaster locations, it is not tied to a single office or fixed worksite.

• Perform labor related to repair and installation of wastewater facilities
• Use industry best practices for wastewater equipment installation and repair
• Operate testing or processing equipment of moderate complexity, and construct components or subassemblies
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment and make simple repairs
• Any other duties assigned by management

• High School or trade school diploma required; an associate degree in a related field is preferred; three to six years' experience in the water and/or wastewater treatment facility operation and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Meet certification requirements to obtain certified drinking water operator licenses, Level will be defined on each Task Order
• Ability to obtain Level 1‑4 treatment operator license
• Ability to obtain Level 1‑4 collections operator license
• Must have a good driving record.
• Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater treatment, collection and distribution systems.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in water and wastewater treatment work.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, drawings and specifications for work assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

* At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

* This position is covered by the McNamara‑O’Hara Service Contract Act of 1965 (SCA).

* Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

* Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.