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Wastewater Treatment Operator

Advantage Technical
Ayer, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/5/2025 CLOSED ON 12/27/2025

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Wastewater Treatment Operator - Keep Systems Flowing Smoothly!

Are you a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in keeping essential systems running at their best? A leading beverage manufacturing facility is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator to support daily operations and maintenance of their wastewater treatment and collection systems. This role is ideal for individuals who value precision, safety, and sustainability-and who are ready to make a tangible impact behind the scenes of a high-quality production process.

Hours and Pay

Shift: 2nd Shift - Sunday through Thursday, 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM

Pay: $60,000-$80,000 (Competitive pay based on experience-plus 2nd shift differential)

What You'll Do

As a Wastewater Treatment Operator, you'll ensure environmental compliance, system performance, and operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You'll take ownership of wastewater processes, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform daily operations, monitoring, and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems.
  • Follow all company policies and procedures, including Quality and Food Safety, GMPs, and Safety guidelines.
  • Inspect and operate pumps, valves, tanks, and control systems to maintain proper wastewater flow and treatment levels.
  • Record operational data, conduct tests, and adjust treatment processes as needed to ensure optimal performance.
  • Identify and report equipment malfunctions, and perform routine preventive maintenance.
  • Work independently and collaboratively to resolve issues while maintaining compliance with all regulations.
  • Utilize computer systems for tracking performance, recording data, and reporting maintenance needs.

What You Bring

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License (Entry Level up to 3 years of experience).
  • Previous related experience preferred, with knowledge of treatment principles, procedures, and equipment.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
  • Ability to work independently and adhere to safety and quality standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here

This company offers one of the most comprehensive and employee-focused benefits packages in the industry. Enjoy Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO and PPO medical plans with no deductibles and low weekly rates, Delta Dental coverage, employer-paid life insurance, and short-term disability coverage. Additional perks include paid uniforms, paid sick time, paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, employee gifts, product giveaways, discounted memberships, a 401(k) plan with employer match and profit sharing, and referral bonuses.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about maintaining environmental excellence and want to be part of a company that values skill, safety, and growth, we want to hear from you.

Click "Apply Now" to take the next step in your wastewater operations career!



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About Advantage Technical

With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.

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Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

 

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