Industrial Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician

@ Woodard & Curran

Industrial Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician

Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Woodard & Curran is a national firm focused on clean water, environmental issues, and community health. We seek motivated individuals for operations and maintenance roles, offering growth, certifications, and a supportive culture. Applicants should be dedicated and team-oriented.

Requirements

High school diploma or trade school
2-4 years of wastewater experience
Mechanical ability and adaptability
Troubleshooting skills
Valid OSHA 40hr HAZWOPER

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
NJ Wastewater Operator License preferred
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Effective communication skills
Strong work ethic and team focus

Full job description

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet.

Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.

What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran:

Woodard & Curran is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate will work directly with experienced operators on a daily basis as part of the team. The ideal candidate should be focused and ambitious as career advancement opportunities are awarded based on performance. You will regularly participate in the daily operations and maintenance of our Industrial Wastewater Treatment facilities as directed by the Project Manager. This position requires the candidate to work a regular 40-hour week based on five (5) eight hour shifts from Sunday through Thursday, 6:30am to 3:00pm. The ability to provide weekend and off hour coverage, and emergency response is required.

What you will need to succeed!

High School or trade school diploma is required; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
2-4 years of experience in operations & maintenance of a water and/or wastewater treatment facility; or any equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
Mechanical ability and overall adaptability to changing conditions and environments is required.
A hands-on approach to troubleshooting, identifying, and resolving maintenance related issues that arise in the treatment system.
New Jersey Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License (N), is preferred or the ability to obtain through the operator’s exam, or reciprocity.
OSHA 40hr. HAZWOPER with current 8hr. refresher (if applicable).
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation' and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment system.
Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in water and wastewater treatment work and the ability to respond to emergency call-outs as needed.
Knowledge of computer applications.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, drawings and specifications for work assigned.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
A strong work ethic and team first approach are requirements for this position.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)

As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard & Curran uses a Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently.

What this means:

MDR applies to both you and the Company
Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings
Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement

If you are offered a position with Woodard & Curran, you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet.

🔗Review the full agreement here:Mutual Dispute Resolution Agreement

Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings:

401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work:

Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

Workplace Information

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

🔗 View required Right to Work and E-Verify posters here.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

🔗 View our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
🔗 View the "Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.

As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact.

Recruitment Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees.

Text Message Communication Notice:

To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP.”

Terms, Privacy & Use of AI in Hiring

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🔗Woodard & Curran Privacy Statement

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process (e.g., application review or resume screening). These tools assist our team but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people.

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