Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator (Licensed)

Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator (Licensed) 

Location: Silverdale, Washington (Bangor) 

Type: Non-Exempt  

Work Schedule: Full-time   

Compensation: $47.39-$49.39hr + benefits

HMG is seeking a skilled and dependable Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Lead. The Operator Lead is responsible for the efficient operation, maintenance, and oversight of the wastewater treatment plant to ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and operational  

Typical duties include but are not limited to:  

• Lead daily wastewater treatment operations and ensure efficient system performance. 

• Distribute and review work assignments; establish schedules to ensure adequate coverage. 

• Oversee and train staff; support new employee onboarding and ongoing development. 

• Monitor and operate treatment plant systems, pumps, valves, and equipment for proper flow and treatment. 

• Perform ORC (Operator in Responsible Charge) duties and ensure regulatory compliance. 

• Conduct routine inspections, testing, and maintenance to ensure plant reliability. 

• Monitor control panels, meters, gauges, and SCADA systems to identify and correct variations in operation. 

• Collect and analyze water and sludge samples; record and report findings accurately. 

• Manage and maintain operational logs, reports, and electronic documentation. 

• Perform preventive, corrective, and operational maintenance using hand and power tools. 

• Ensure proper chemical dosing and adjustments for disinfection, clarification, and water quality control. 

• Maintain accountabilities for all assigned tools and equipment. 

• Support safety, compliance, and environmental standards in daily operations. 

• Respond to call-back availability as required to support continuous operations. 

Qualifications:   

• Highschool Diploma/GED required; Associate degree preferred. 

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Wastewater treatment. 

• OIT & full operator certification 

• Knowledge of the methods, procedures, and equipment used in wastewater testing 

• Ability to operate and repair wastewater treatment plant equipment. 

• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies. 

Physical Requirements: 

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.   

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. 

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties. 

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.  

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time. 

Requirements:  

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance. 

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.  

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.