Lead Industrial Wastewater Operator
Woodard & Curran, Crossville, TN, United States
Lead Operator
Woodard & Curran is growing, and we are looking for a qualified Lead Operator! Come join our team supporting the wastewater treatment needs for a food and beverage client located in Crossville, Tennessee! In this role, you will have the chance to work in Industrial Wastewater Treatment, allowing you the opportunity to grow and develop your skill set in the field. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as we strive to maintain safety, compliance and produce the highest quality of treated wastewater. You will be working in a wastewater pretreatment plant that treats Industrial wastewater. If you enjoy working outdoors protecting nature's precious resource, water, then this position is for you.
The Wastewater Lead Operator regularly participates in the daily operations and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment facility as directed by the Project Manager. Employees who join Woodard & Curran's staff find a culture that is welcoming, supportive, and empowering.
Assumes responsibility for all daily operations of the water and/or wastewater treatment facility as directed by the Plant/Project Manager.
Responsible for ensuring that the facility meets all process control targets in the various treatment systems and odor control systems.
Implements policies and procedures for process monitoring and control and troubleshooting.
Supervises the collection of process samples or collects samples when necessary.
Performs in-house lab analysis and interprets their results. May be required to coordinate all additional analysis with certified labs for compliance.
Supervises or performs the adjustment of wastewater process systems, operations and equipment in order to comply with local, state and federal standards and compliance permit requirements.
Coordinates with staff to evaluate equipment performance and correct deficiencies, assists with capital planning.
Develops and maintains records such as chemical usage, flows, operations equipment and process checklists, diaries, logbooks and laboratory records in accordance with the compliance permit and client requests.
May be required to communicate with regulatory officials and client representatives.
Schedule: The schedule is eight days on, six days off, and will mostly be on first shift, although there may be times where other shift coverage is required during emergencies or when other staff are out on vacation or other call-outs. The operators work from Wednesday through the following Wednesday and then get the next 6 days off. Weekdays are 10-hour days and the weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and holidays are 12-hour days.
What you will need to succeed!
High School Degree or Equivalent.
Valid Driver's License required.
A wastewater license is not required but a Tennessee Wastewater License is preferred. We will work with employees to obtain licensure.
Minimum 5 years of related experience in wastewater treatment facility operator and maintenance.
Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as follow safety procedures.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.
Why would you choose Woodard & Curran?
You would be offered a generous total rewards package:
Competitive compensation.
Excellent Benefits to include retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account.
Career growth.
Support and reimbursement in earning, upgrading, and keeping your licenses and certifications within the industry. Bonus potential for obtaining next level licensure.
The opportunity to become more versatile and even more technically proficient. We cross-train to improve facility operations, job satisfaction, and job security.
We look forward to hearing from you and to discuss why YOU would be a great addition to the Woodard & Curran team!
$25 - $30 an hour Pay range will vary based on level of experience and licensure.
Employee Support & Benefits
Retirement Savings:
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions:
The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Time Away From Work:
Observed holidays:
Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
Vacation:
Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Sick time:
Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
Parental leave:
Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Coverage and Support for Your Needs and Well-Being:
Disability:
Paid short- and long-term disability
Health:
Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life:
Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
Wellbeing:
DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.
E-Verify Participation
Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based solely on job-related factors.
Inclusion & Belonging
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively.
Non-Solicitation Disclosure:
Please be advised that we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed contract in place will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for any referral fees. Recruitment agencies must have a valid signed agreement with our company prior to following the submission process to consider potential candidates.
Text Message Communication Notice:
We know your time is valuable! To keep things moving, we may send brief SMS reminders or updates during the hiring process. If you prefer not to receive texts, you can opt out by replying STOP.
Woodard & Curran is growing, and we are looking for a qualified Lead Operator! Come join our team supporting the wastewater treatment needs for a food and beverage client located in Crossville, Tennessee! In this role, you will have the chance to work in Industrial Wastewater Treatment, allowing you the opportunity to grow and develop your skill set in the field. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as we strive to maintain safety, compliance and produce the highest quality of treated wastewater. You will be working in a wastewater pretreatment plant that treats Industrial wastewater. If you enjoy working outdoors protecting nature's precious resource, water, then this position is for you.
The Wastewater Lead Operator regularly participates in the daily operations and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment facility as directed by the Project Manager. Employees who join Woodard & Curran's staff find a culture that is welcoming, supportive, and empowering.
Assumes responsibility for all daily operations of the water and/or wastewater treatment facility as directed by the Plant/Project Manager.
Responsible for ensuring that the facility meets all process control targets in the various treatment systems and odor control systems.
Implements policies and procedures for process monitoring and control and troubleshooting.
Supervises the collection of process samples or collects samples when necessary.
Performs in-house lab analysis and interprets their results. May be required to coordinate all additional analysis with certified labs for compliance.
Supervises or performs the adjustment of wastewater process systems, operations and equipment in order to comply with local, state and federal standards and compliance permit requirements.
Coordinates with staff to evaluate equipment performance and correct deficiencies, assists with capital planning.
Develops and maintains records such as chemical usage, flows, operations equipment and process checklists, diaries, logbooks and laboratory records in accordance with the compliance permit and client requests.
May be required to communicate with regulatory officials and client representatives.
Schedule: The schedule is eight days on, six days off, and will mostly be on first shift, although there may be times where other shift coverage is required during emergencies or when other staff are out on vacation or other call-outs. The operators work from Wednesday through the following Wednesday and then get the next 6 days off. Weekdays are 10-hour days and the weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and holidays are 12-hour days.
What you will need to succeed!
High School Degree or Equivalent.
Valid Driver's License required.
A wastewater license is not required but a Tennessee Wastewater License is preferred. We will work with employees to obtain licensure.
Minimum 5 years of related experience in wastewater treatment facility operator and maintenance.
Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as follow safety procedures.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.
Why would you choose Woodard & Curran?
You would be offered a generous total rewards package:
Competitive compensation.
Excellent Benefits to include retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account.
Career growth.
Support and reimbursement in earning, upgrading, and keeping your licenses and certifications within the industry. Bonus potential for obtaining next level licensure.
The opportunity to become more versatile and even more technically proficient. We cross-train to improve facility operations, job satisfaction, and job security.
We look forward to hearing from you and to discuss why YOU would be a great addition to the Woodard & Curran team!
$25 - $30 an hour Pay range will vary based on level of experience and licensure.
Employee Support & Benefits
Retirement Savings:
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions:
The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Time Away From Work:
Observed holidays:
Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
Vacation:
Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Sick time:
Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
Parental leave:
Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Coverage and Support for Your Needs and Well-Being:
Disability:
Paid short- and long-term disability
Health:
Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life:
Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
Wellbeing:
DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.
E-Verify Participation
Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based solely on job-related factors.
Inclusion & Belonging
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively.
Non-Solicitation Disclosure:
Please be advised that we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed contract in place will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for any referral fees. Recruitment agencies must have a valid signed agreement with our company prior to following the submission process to consider potential candidates.
Text Message Communication Notice:
We know your time is valuable! To keep things moving, we may send brief SMS reminders or updates during the hiring process. If you prefer not to receive texts, you can opt out by replying STOP.