Wastewater Operator

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate diverse teams and encourage collaboration in an equitable and inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility. That's how we make a difference to our clients, people, and the planet.
Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance.  Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry. What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran? Come join our team supporting the wastewater treatment needs for a high-profile client at the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport!  In this unique role you will have the chance to work in both Wastewater and 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 compliance and produce the highest quality of treated wastewater. If you enjoy protecting nature's precious resource, water, then this position is for you!  Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employee's growth and development and wants to help you on your career path. We are seeking a full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operator in Atlanta, GA.  This position is responsible for operating the WWTP in compliance with applicable local, state, and Federal environmental requirements, including performing daily rounds, assisting with equipment repairs, and troubleshooting and correcting operational problems.  Other responsibilities include grounds keeping, pressure washing, light painting, sweeping, cleaning, and shoveling.  The schedule for this position involves rotating twelve-hour shifts allowing you the chance to maximize your time off when planned in advance.  Shifts may include nights, weekends or legal holidays with the opportunity for overtime pay. Schedule: This position is shift work and is eligible for overtime. The shift will be the 12:00pm to 12:00am. 
\n What will you need to succeed?Georgia (or equivalent) Grade III or higher or wastewater operator's license.1-3 years' experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility preferred.High School graduate or equivalent required.Knowledge of computer applications, and ability to use & learn various software programs [Hach WIMS, SEMS CMMS, and Utility Cloud].Applicant must possess a valid driver's License and maintain a good driving record.Must be able to lift or move up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
\n$23 - $29.66 an hour
Depending on qualifications and experience.
\nBenefits & Wellbeing Retirement Savings: • 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: Company will match equal to 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed, All employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan and are 100% vested in the value of own contributions and any employer matching contributions.
Time away from work: • Vacation time is provided to full and part-time regular employees. Vacation is accrued, based on number of hours worked per week as well as prior years of experience.
• Woodard & Curran offers paid sick time to eligible employees who are absent due to their own non-work related, illness, injury, or medical procedure.
• Woodard & Curran provides up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding in a 12-month period.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance from Sun Life to assist with replacing a portion of your income in the event of non-job-related illness or injury. Eligible employees are automatically enrolled and eligible immediately.
Coverage and support for your needs and wellbeing: Personal and Family health: Company offers three medical plan options based on geography; plus HSA and PSA plans are available based on eligibility, additional options include dental and vision plans.
Company provides basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employee and family are available through Sun Life.
WayForward powered by Dario: EAP Program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing coaching.
LiveWell wellbeing program: credit incentive is available, up to $600 annually – nutrition and fitness reimbursement, and access to the Virgin Pulse wellness platform.
Education: Tuition assistance offers eligible employees up to 100% reimbursement of tuition, books and fees up to $5250 per year, for courses related to the employee's job or planned career development.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement Woodard & Curran is an Affirmative Action and 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. To read our entire Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement, click here. To view the Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster and supplement, click here. If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion We value diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Woodard & Curran believes that complex teams working together in an equitable, inclusive space provides the best opportunity for achieving our vision of clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people.  Our success is tied to a culture that embraces our differences so that everyone can bring their whole, authentic selves to work. When our people are supported to reach their full potential, we provide the most innovative, sound, and effective solutions.