Wastewater Operator

Job Title: Wastewater Operator

Job Description

As a Wastewater Operator, you will be responsible for operating equipment to purify and clarify water, process it, or dispose of sewage. You will collect and test water and sewage samples, document and report test results to regulatory agencies, and add chemicals as needed to disinfect water or other liquids. Additionally, you will monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges, record meter and gauge readings and operational data, and clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas. Compliance with . Environmental Protection Agency regulations and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to purify and clarify water, process it, or dispose of sewage.
• Collect and test water and sewage samples.
• Document and report test results to regulatory agencies.
• Add chemicals as needed to disinfect water or other liquids.
• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Record meter and gauge readings and operational data.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas.
• Follow . Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
• Meet safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in wastewater treatment.
• Ability to use computer programs for process control.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, both indoors and outdoors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with wastewater.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and essential industry, where you will play a vital role in environmental protection and public health. The company values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, providing a supportive environment where you can develop professionally.

Work Environment

The work schedule consists of four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday. The position involves exposure to wastewater, chemicals, odors, high-noise areas, and outdoor weather conditions. The use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, gloves, and protective clothing, is required. Rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and after-hours call-outs may be necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monterey Park, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Monterey Park,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.