Wastewater Plant Operator Technician II in Taunton, Massachusetts at Wind River Environmental LLC
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Job Description
Join a Team That Keeps Critical Infrastructure Running
Wind River Environmental is seeking a dependable, process-focused Plant Operator II to join our wastewater treatment operations team in Taunton, MA.
This is an opportunity for someone who takes pride in operating complex systems safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental regulations. Every day, our operators play a direct role in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring wastewater is treated properly and discharged in accordance with regulatory requirements.
We are looking for a professional who is self-motivated, mechanically inclined, and able to work independently while maintaining high standards of safety, documentation, and process control.
This is a Third SHIFT position.
Monday-Friday ( 11:00PM-7:30AM )
What You'll Do
As a Plant Operator II, you will be trusted to operate and monitor critical treatment processes with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include:
Operating wastewater, sludge, and FOG treatment systems
Monitoring plant performance and adjusting processes as needed
Performing routine laboratory testing including TSS, COD, pH, and related analyses
Maintaining accurate operational logs and compliance documentation
Monitoring pumps, valves, blowers, instrumentation, and other treatment equipment
Identifying potential equipment or process issues before they become operational problems
Performing minor maintenance, troubleshooting, and process adjustments
Ordering chemicals and completing monthly operational reporting
Ensuring plant operations remain compliant with all federal, state, and local requirements
Who Succeeds in This Role
The most successful operators on our team are:
Dependable and consistent in their attendance and work habits
Comfortable working independently and making sound operational decisions • Detail-oriented and committed to following established procedures
Process-focused and understand that documentation and compliance matter
Mechanically inclined and enjoy troubleshooting equipment and systems
Professional team members who contribute positively to the workplace
Safety-minded and committed to doing things the right way every time
This position is ideal for someone who takes ownership of their work, values accountability, and wants to build a long-term career in wastewater operations
The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $25.00.00 - $27.00 hourly at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.