Wastewater Operator - Red Bluff, CA

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As a Wastewater Operator
, based in Red Bluff, CA
, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks related to the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.

Bring your team‑focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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• Maintaining equipment
• Conducting quality control testing.
• Compiling reports and keeping records.
• Ensuring compliance with operational policies and procedures.
• Diagnosing operating problems and making adjustments to optimize wastewater treatment processes.
• Monitoring and controlling rates of flow, sludge processing, and effluent treatment.
• Collecting samples and maintaining shift logs.
• Performing other duties as required.
• Prioritizing safety, health, and well‑being for yourself and your team.

• High school Diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain an Operator Certification within one year of hire.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to input data into a maintenance management system.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Working toward or holding an intermediate to advanced level wastewater treatment certification.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations, valves, pumps, and motors.
• Understanding of safe work practices.

Safety is a core value  are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety‑sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job, a Fitness for Duty test is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve specific levels of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases and chemicals.

The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $37,900.00 to $73,000.00; though it will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on March 25, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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