Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician

Overview

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm focused on clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and satisfied people. We are employee-owned and emphasize collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help address water and environmental issues, with opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility.

Woodard & Curran leverages the experience of hundreds of certified operators and the knowledge of engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts to tackle operational challenges and keep treatment plants compliant. The company supports employees in earning, upgrading, and maintaining licenses and certifications within the industry.

The Wastewater Treatment Facility O&M Technician participates in daily operations and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment Facility under the direction of the Plant Manager and Lead O&M Technician. This position is located at the New Wright City South WWTF, which uses a highly automated 4-stage Bardenpho Biological Nutrient Removal process with Side Stream Reactor for phosphorus removal. This role offers upward mobility and a path for career growth in the wastewater field.

• Monitor wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment manually and via SCADA automation, adjusting as necessary to control operations.
• Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties.
• Perform general maintenance duties of the plant and other assigned tasks.
• Monitor operations of a highly automated wastewater treatment facility and its auxiliary systems.
• Sample, measure, and test plant values such as pH, temperature, solids concentration, levels, and related parameters; make corrections, collect required samples for on-site and off-site analysis.
• Test, monitor, record, evaluate, troubleshoot, and adjust the operation of the plant emergency generator and auxiliary equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Work around high voltage and rotating equipment.
• Perform related work as required.

• Monday – Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm. Flexibility and extended shifts to meet demands of the wastewater system. Reliable attendance is essential. Availability for standby duty and the ability to be on-call, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Response to emergency events and alarm callouts as scheduled.

• On Call:
  On-call incentives of $200 for the week on rotation. Compensation for being on call includes a 2-hour minimum paid for each call-out.

• High School Degree or Equivalent.
• Valid Missouri Driver's License required; CDL preferred.
• Willing to obtain a State of Missouri Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators license; 1–2 years.
• Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, and to follow safety procedures.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment.

$27 - $35 an hour. Depending on qualifications and experience. Annual project bonuses and annual safety bonuses are awarded each year.

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 (up to 8 days per year), vacation (accrued based on years of experience and hours worked), sick time, and paid parental leave (up to 80 hours).

Health & Wellbeing: Medical plan options with dental and vision plans; life insurance with AD&D; voluntary life options; disability coverage; wellbeing resources and Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based on job-related factors. For the policy statement and workplace information, please refer to our official documentation.

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives enhance our work and communities. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive work environment and to supporting employees in reaching their full potential.

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We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies without a signed contract. Agencies must have a valid agreement with our company to be considered.

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