Wastewater Operations Specialist- Position

Letter from Operators Unlimited President, Ben Fields:

Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your actions matter and influence company direction? If you want to bring a refreshing approach to wastewater treatment and revolutionize the industry, Operators Unlimited may be the right place for you.

We are looking for a Wastewater Operations Specialist to join our growing Operations team and help transform how customers in South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia treat their waste.

• Operate a customer treatment plant in Greenwood, SC.
• Respond to customers with thankfulness.
• Work with the Director of Wastewater Operations and other team members to ensure customer compliance.
• Focus on improvements and growth in every aspect of your position and the business.
• Understand SDS and use appropriate PPE and safety equipment.
• Understand the pH scale, calibrate pH meters, and adjust pH as needed.
• Maintain proper records documentation, including flow reports, logbooks, round sheets, timesheets, and mileage.
• Understand basic physical and/or biological treatment functions such as pH adjustment, coagulation, flocculation, and clarification.
• Operate various treatment processes (DAF, Hydroxide Precipitation, Extended Air, etc.) with assistance.
• Have a basic understanding of discharge permits.
• Operate and troubleshoot chemical feed systems.
• Use Service Fusion, Acumatica and other required systems with limited errors.
• Act with agility, responding to customer needs including off‑shift and weekend hours as required.

• Do you take pride in doing things in the right way?
• Do you leave things better than when you found them?
• Are you a change‑maker who thrives in cultures rooted in trust, open communication and teamwork?
• Do you constantly seek ways to improve your environment, processes and the experiences of others? Do you have a growth mindset?

• A high school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Basic experience in Microsoft Office.

• Experience with applicable federal, state and local wastewater policies and procedures.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel and position self to analyze equipment.
• Must be able to occasionally ascend/descend ladders and steps to service a plant.
• Must be able to walk through large facilities.
• Must be able to work in environmental settings.

What you OWN:

• Running wastewater treatment plants within permit limits.
• Communicating with the Director of Wastewater to ensure compliance and improvements.
• Working with the OU team to help grow the company.

What you need to SUCCEED:

• Be action‑oriented and energized by challenges.
• Be customer‑focused, meeting expectations and building trust.
• Be proficient in process management, organizing work, measuring outcomes and simplifying complex tasks.
• Be a problem solver using rigorous logic and effective solutions.
• Maintain composure under pressure, handling stress calmly.
• Possess technical knowledge and attention to detail in day‑to‑day operations.

• Living out core values and competencies.
• High organizational and planning skills.
• Effective communication and interaction.
• Managing time and schedule efficiently.
• Conscientious personality and attitude.
• Passing inspections and zero permit violations.
• Achieving quarterly goals and weekly commitments.

Ready to get started? Let’s go!