Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator III

Amentum is seeking several Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator III positions in Pontiac, IL. Typical work schedule is AWS 12‑hour shifts (6am–6pm or 6pm–6am); hours may vary based on business demand.

Operate, adjust, and clean process treatment equipment; laboratory test waste streams; perform general maintenance; safely handle and transfer chemicals and waste streams; maintain general housekeeping. Qualified candidates must schedule testing for the Illinois Class K Operators License within 12 months of hire.

• Operate and maintain the industrial wastewater treatment plant.
• Follow procedures for cleaning, equipment use, maintenance, calibration, and safe handling of chemicals.
• Collect samples and conduct in-plant tests to control and monitor treatment processes.
• 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 established schedules and procedures: cleaning, servicing, lubricating, and repairing pumps, chemical feed equipment, electrical/mechanical devices.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist coworkers in solving work problems.
• Understand company policies and enforce safety regulations.
• Follow proper safety guidelines: job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout procedures, and wear required PPE.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, analytical skills, and excellent organizational skills.
• Maintain a strict schedule while demonstrating flexibility in day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer.
• Operate air, steam, and water systems and associated equipment such as chillers, water towers, air compressors, boilers, and heat exchangers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

• Regularly lift up to 50lbs.
• Climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during a shift.
• Flexibility to bend/stoop, squat, and kneel repetitively during a shift.
• Move in a 90‑degree fashion repetitively during a shift.
• Stretch/reach repetitively during a shift.
• Walk extensively throughout the plant during a shift.
• Use a company/ client‑approved utility knife.
• Differentiation of colors for piping color‑coding.
• Repetitive wrist movement.
• Interact with all clients professionally and friendly, even when stressed.
• Certify operation of forklift and aerial lift.

• Wear steel‑toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hat, and other required PPE.
• Cope with job and work‑environment stressors to maintain acceptable performance levels.
• Participate in required safety and administrative training.
• Obtain Class K Operators License within 18 months of hire.
• Receive client access badge.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3‑5 years of industrial wastewater experience.

• Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance‑abuse test.
• Position may require a valid driver’s license.
• Position does not include sponsorship for U.S. work authorization.
• Position requires 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.
• Knowledge of wastewater system maintenance.
• Proficiency on a PC performing email functions, documentation, and reporting using MS Office.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and proper safety practices during maintenance tasks.
• Experience with clarified and dissolved air flotation.
• Knowledge of sanitary treatment processes, including lagoons and activated sludge.
• Experience with SCADAware process control programs.

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