Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator; Field Based

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Field Based)

May 21, 2026

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ERM is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support a project-based opportunity in Wayland, Michigan. Training will be provided for all client-specific and site-specific safety, security, sampling and inspection procedures. This is a full-time (40+ hours/week), limited-term position with a duration of 6 months, renewable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Test and maintain all safety related devices (Fire extinguishers, emergency eye wash & shower station(s), confined space equipment, arc flash equipment, etc.).
• Operate & Maintain WWTP/OWS/Lagoons in a manner that complies with all regulations, ordinances, permits, etc.
• Perform monthly (minimum) jar testing and annual chemical usage reviews to help minimize cost.
• Track chemical usage on a monthly basis.
• Track Used Oil Shipments on a monthly basis.
• Collect wastewater samples as needed at various facilities.
• Coordinate laboratory analysis with appropriate lab.
• Prepare Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) as required.
• Complete operations and maintenance activities, inspections and sampling as required by regulations/permit conditions for the facilities and equipment identified.
• Meet with facility personnel on a weekly basis working on waste minimization and reduction in negative impacts on the WWTP systems.
• Complete/coordinate WWTP/OWS cleaning, as needed.
• Operator to fill out weekly notifications summary.
• After hours and holiday services, as needed.
• Review, maintain and update any and all necessary plans, permits, procedures, work instructions, etc. as directed.
• Other WWTP duties as necessary & requested.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 0-3 years of experience working in wastewater treatment plant environment.
• Wastewater operator’s certification required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Effective observational and organization skills; experience recording detailed technical data is a plus.
• Effective communication skills with ERM and client staff.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.