Wastewater Operator in North Charleston, South Carolina at Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc

Weston & Sampson Services is currently looking for a Wastewater Treatment Operator to support operations and maintenance out of our North Charleston, SC location.

What you’ll do:

• Operation and maintenance of a water distribution system, a water treatment plant and a biological wastewater treatment plant
• Reading meters and gauges
• Collecting field readings and samples of water and wastewater
• Monitoring and observing operating conditions and adjusting process controls as necessary
• Troubleshooting of plant equipment and performing minor maintenance as necessary
• Collecting samples and performing routine lab tests
• Maintaining compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements
• General housekeeping at facilities
• Maintaining accurate records of operations and maintenance activities
• Compiling monthly data for compliance reporting

What you will bring:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• 4 years of wastewater operation experience
• A South Carolina Class D Water Treatment Operator license required
• A South Carolina Class C Biological Wastewater Treatment Operator license required
• A South Carolina System Operator License
• Familiarity with computers in a Windows based environment
• Must be able to work outdoors in all climates, climb ladders and lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license

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Pay Range: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience

Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

We offer:

Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathwaysFlexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition 

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together. 

Explore opportunities and apply: https://www.westonandsampson.com/careers

A note to third-party recruiters: Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.