Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator IV

Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator IV | Amentum | Pontiac, IL

Amentum is seeking several Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator IV positions. Typical work schedule: AWS 12‑hour shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. – 6 a.m.) with flexibility based on business demand.

• Operate and maintain industrial wastewater treatment plant.
• Follow procedures for cleaning, equipment use, maintenance, calibration, and safe handling of chemicals.
• Collect samples and conduct in‑plant tests necessary to control and monitor treatment facility processes and operation.
• Perform in‑plant operational control tests and process calculations using analytical instruments and mathematical calculations.
• Record in‑plant test results, meter readings, gauge readings, flow quantities, and other technical data.
• Perform in‑plant maintenance according to schedules and procedures, including cleaning, servicing, lubricating, and repairing pumps, chemical feed equipment, electrical/mechanical devices found in wastewater treatment facilities.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems.
• Understand company policies and enforce safety regulations.
• Safely perform functions of the position, following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout procedures, and wearing required PPE.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, comprehensive analytical skills, and excellent organizational skills.
• Maintain a strict schedule while demonstrating flexibility in day‑to‑day activities to benefit the customer.
• Operate air, steam, and water systems and associated equipment, including chillers, water towers, air compressors, boilers, and heat exchangers.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during a shift.
• Regularly bend/stoop, squat, and perform repetitive tasks during a shift.
• Regularly kneel and perform repetitive tasks during a shift.
• Regularly move in a 90‑degree fashion repetitively during a shift.
• Regularly stretch/reach repetitively during a shift.
• Walk extensively throughout the plant during a shift.
• Use a Company/Client approved utility knife.
• Differentiates colors pertaining to piping color‑coding.
• Requires repetitive wrist movement.
• Interacts professionally and friendly with all clients, even during periods of stress.
• Certify as a fork truck and aerial lift operator.

• Wear steel‑toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other PPE as needed.
• Cope with job demands and stressors to maintain acceptable performance levels.
• Participate in required safety and administrative training.
• Obtain Class K Operator License within 18 months of hire.
• Pass client access badge requirements.

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• 7‑10 years of industrial wastewater experience.
• 7‑10 years of maintenance experience of industrial wastewater.
• Previous Class K operator certificate.

• Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
• Position may require a valid driver’s license.
• No sponsorship for U.S. work authorization.
• Position will require obtaining a security access badge at the client’s location.
• Position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

• Knowledge of and certification in water/wastewater systems; experience with computer control systems.
• Experience with Clarification and Dissolved Air Floatation.
• Knowledge of sanitary treatment processes, including lagoons and activated sludge.
• Experience with a SCADA‑aware process control program.
• Able to work proficiently on a PC, performing e‑mail functions, documentation, and reporting using MS Office programs.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment, applying proper safety practices and following procedures during maintenance tasks.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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