Job Title: Industrial Wastewater Operator
Job ID: 27780366
Location: Union Springs, AL

Description

Industrial Wastewater Operator Needed!

At Inframark, we do more than manage water — we protect communities and support sustainable futures. Every role here has purpose, whether you’re just starting your career or taking the next step forward. We offer meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and innovation!

Our team members enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and wellness resources designed to support your work-life balance.

Take the next step in your career with Inframark! We’re looking for an Industrial Wastewater Operator in Union Springs, AL to safely operate and maintain treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with permit limits and supporting production processes that impact the communities we serve.

The starting pay is $20.00-$25.00 per hour depending on experience. Candidates with enough industry experience may be able to negotiate a higher starting rate.

Schedule: This is a full-time role with flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and participation in a 24-hour emergency call-out rotation.

Why You’ll Love Inframark

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness resources
• Competitive compensation package
• Commitment to work-life balance - Home Most Evenings!
• Supportive, safety-first culture
• Career growth opportunities and learning programs

What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain a wide range of equipment, including valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, and disinfection systems.
• Perform testing, monitoring, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Track and document daily flow, chemical usage, and treatment processes to ensure compliance.
• Respond to emergency callouts, diagnose issues, and restore equipment functionality quickly and safely.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and security, including groundskeeping tasks as needed.
• Train employees on SOPs, safety practices, and plant operations.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members on routine technical operations.
• Support coordination of maintenance activities within the facility.

What We Need

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in water or wastewater operations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Wastewater Operator License required, Alabama Class 3 or 4 preferred.
• Technical skills: advanced knowledge of wastewater systems, ability to follow operating manuals, proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet tools.
• Physical ability to frequently lift 50–60 pounds, walk or stand for long periods, climb stairs and ladders, and access confined spaces.
• Ability to work weekends and on an on-call rotation when needed

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.