Water Treatment Operator

Wastewater Operator

Location: American Products
Shift: Tuesday-Friday 5:30am-3:30pm
Pay
: $19-21/hr

Join the American Products wastewater treatment team and help ensure our facility stays compliant with local, state, and federal regulations. This role supports safe, efficient operation of our wastewater systems.

• Maintain and safely operate the paint line wash and wastewater systems.
• Adjust treatment equipment controls and monitor meters, gauges, and process data.
• Add treatment chemicals (polymers, metal salts, nutrients) as needed.
• Collect and test water samples; calibrate test equipment.
• Record data in computer systems.
• Perform basic maintenance using hand and power tools.
• Clean and maintain tanks, basins, screens, and other equipment.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience & Certifications

• Wastewater experience preferred.
• 40-hour Hazwoper preferred.
• 24-hour Hazwoper required within the first 60 days.

Skills

• Safe handling of industrial chemicals.
• Basic maintenance skills (plumbing, pumps, power tools).
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members.
• Strong safety awareness and use of PPE.

• Ability to stand/walk for long periods, climb stairs, reach overhead, crouch, and kneel.
• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Use of required PPE: safety glasses, safety footwear, chemical protective equipment.

• No travel required.
• No direct reports.
• Must follow all safety procedures.
• Duties may be adjusted based on business needs.