Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (NJ Licensed – N1–N4)
Jobot
Kearny, NJ
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$55 Per Hour
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Field Trials, Forklift, Hand Tools, Health Insurance, Identify Issues, Legal, Life Insurance, Loaders, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Operational Support, Pumps, Reporting Skills, Retirement Plan, Spreadsheets, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Test Equipment, Vision Plan, Water Sampling, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Kearny, NJ
POSTED
3 days ago
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ken McClure
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Salary: $35 - $55 per hour
A bit about us:
We are seeking a licensed Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of industrial wastewater treatment systems. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on troubleshooting skills, and experience with both inorganic and organic wastewater treatment processes.
Why join us?
$35-$55 an hour depending on Experience
Room for Growth
Paid holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation/paid time off
Clothing/uniform allowance, Annual Salary Bonus
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Job Details
Perform chemical batching for industrial wastewater treatment processes
Inspect equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges
Collect and analyze water and wastewater samples using field testing equipment and color analysis standards
Operate and adjust treatment system controls for inorganic and organic constituents
Record operational data and prepare routine reports using electronic logs and spreadsheets
Maintain, repair, lubricate, and troubleshoot plant equipment using hand and power tools
Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, conveyance lines, pumps, and work areas
Operate mobile equipment, including forklifts, loaders, and lulls
Coordinate and support plant personnel during routine operations and maintenance
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electrical systems and controls (12V DC – 480V AC)
Assist with all levels of plant operation, maintenance, and system monitoring
Technical Knowledge & Equipment Experience
Air monitoring equipment (PID)
Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) and multimedia filtration systems
Centrifugal pumps, chemical feed pumps, air-operated diaphragm pumps
Inclined plate clarifiers and filter press operation
Field screening using HACH colorimeters
Conductivity, dissolved oxygen, pH, and ORP meters/analyzers
Power supply systems and basic electrical troubleshooting
Ability to read design drawings, as-builts, and P&ID diagrams
Experience using iPad-based HMI systems
General understanding of SCADA systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Education & Licensing Requirements
High School Diploma or GED (required)
New Jersey Industrial Wastewater Treatment “N” License (N1–N4) – required
Valid Class D Driver’s License – required
Experience Requirements
Hands-on experience with industrial wastewater treatment systems including:
Inorganic treatment (metals precipitation, flocculation, sludge management)
Organic treatment (granular activated carbon systems)
Certifications
40-Hour HAZWOPER (required)
8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher (current)
Special Requirements
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently and without direct supervision
Willingness to travel daily throughout Northern and Central NJ
Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
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100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
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