Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Specialist (Class III, LA)

Pay: $70,000–$80,000 DOE

Location: Bossier City, LA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Full-Time | On-Call Required

Your day, your impact

Morning checks of a 3 MGD activated sludge facility. Midday sample runs and lab work with precise recordkeeping. Afternoon coordination with contractors while coaching junior Operators on safe, efficient procedures. As our Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Specialist, you keep critical water and wastewater systems running reliably, safely, and in full regulatory compliance—protecting public health every hour of the day.

What you will do

• Direct daily operation and maintenance of public water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment systems.
• Lead and mentor Operators I and II; step in hands-on to support daily tasks when needed.
• Conduct routine inspections of wells, treatment equipment, water system components, and wastewater facilities to verify optimal performance.
• Collect water and wastewater samples, carry out required laboratory tests, and maintain accurate operational records to meet regulatory standards.
• Perform utility locates; complete meter reads and re-reads.
• Troubleshoot and repair water lines, sewer lines, pumps, valves, and related mechanical/electrical equipment within role scope.
• Coordinate specialized work with outside contractors.
• Monitor collection system flows; respond to issues and assist with clearing blockages to sustain system performance.
• Operate and maintain plant equipment, including a belt press.
• Execute preventive maintenance per established procedures and schedules.
• Keep facilities, equipment, and workspaces clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow safety policies and consistently use required PPE.
• Collaborate closely with teammates to ensure dependable utility service and excellent customer outcomes.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three (3) years of industrial or environmental O&M experience—preferably in water and/or wastewater—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active Louisiana State Department of Health Wastewater Collection Class III and/or Wastewater Treatment Class III certification.
• Valid Louisiana driver's license.
• In-depth knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes, system operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Skill in operating treatment plant equipment, including a belt press.
• Capability to perform mechanical repairs and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and technical procedures.
• Competence in preparing routine reports and keeping accurate records.
• Proficiency with mathematical calculations required under Louisiana operator certification standards.

Physical demands and work conditions

• Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and hands-on maintenance tasks.
• Frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds.
• Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Safe work around moving mechanical equipment, electrical components, and other industrial hazards.
• Consistent use of required PPE.
• Occasional exposure to loud noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Benefits that support you

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement

Core proficiencies

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Wastewater Treatment
• Water Treatment
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Basic Electrical Troubleshooting
• Belt Press
• Environmental Operations
• Industrial Maintenance
• Maintenance Manuals
• Mathematical Calculations
• Mechanical Repairs
• Regulatory Compliance
• Safety Rules
• System Operations
• Technical Procedures
• Water and Wastewater Operations

Tools and technologies

• SCADA
• Belt Press
• Flow Meters
• Pressure Gauges
• Process Instrumentation
• Utility Locating Equipment
• Wastewater Treatment Systems

Ready to lead essential infrastructure with precision and purpose? Apply today.