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Plant Operator -- Wastewater

Liquid Brand
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026

Liquid Environmental Solutions is seeking a Plant Operator to join our team at our Wastewater Treatment Plant in Knoxville!

Schedule: Full time (40 hours) Monday through Friday, with Weekends as needed 

Overnight Schedule: 2 PM - 10 PM 

Location: Knoxville, TN 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manages the space for incoming wastewater and treatment of the material.
  • Performs cleanup of the area as required.
  • Checks tank levels for necessary space for material processing.
  • Follows all safety and compliance rules and regulations.
  • Wears and properly uses safety equipment at all times.
  • Always works in a safe and compliant manner.
  • Operates and maintains shop equipment.
  • May perform preventative maintenance on all equipment.
  • Operates heavy equipment including forklift truck and skid steer.
  • May perform minor electrical maintenance functions.
  • Cleans and maintains process equipment.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • The ability to learn procedures related to the safe handling of materials.
  • Committed to growth in a company.
  • Collaborative with team members.
  • Good eye-hand coordination.
  • Organizational ability.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • The ability to be cross-trained to perform other jobs as needed.
  • Ability to communicate with others for safety and efficiency requirements.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Required).
  • One (1) year of experience as a Plant Operator with the maintenance of water pumps and plant machinery (Preferred).
  • Must be willing to work in environments with strong odors.
  • Must be willing to work in hot, cold, and wet conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Lifting, climbing, and bending
  • Must be able to work on feet most of the workday
  • Varied weather working in hot, cold, and wet conditions
  • Strong odors and smells

Benefits:

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • 401k plan
  • 10-12 hour shifts daily; consistent and steady work schedules
  • Growing industry
  • Team environment
  • Local work, return to home terminal daily
  • Hourly pay with overtime
  • Industry-leading equipment and technology
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee referral bonus program

Who We Are:

Liquid Environmental Solutions is the nation’s leading provider in the growing industry of liquid, non-hazardous waste solutions. We offer services such as waste collection, transportation, processing, recycling, reclamation, and disposal. For over 20 years, Liquid Environmental Solutions has been the trusted resource for responsibly managing non-hazardous liquid waste.

We have attracted thousands of customers to join us in our responsibility of protecting the environment. Collectively, we reduce greenhouse emissions, increase landfill diversion, and protect Earth’s most precious resource – water. At every location, you will find team members committed to customer service, compliance and safety, the environment, and continuous improvement. You will also find that we are committed to our team members. Are you ready to join our team?

Liquid Environmental Solutions is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

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