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Operator Wastewater II

Nexus Water Group
Elgin, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2027
AdCode: 1938
Date: Sep 8, 2026
State: SC
City: Elgin
Business Unit: Atlantic Coast Utilities
Category: Field Operations
Job Type:

Who We Are

Driven, knowledgeable, and passionate about water, our South Carolina team is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on. We provide water and wastewater services to over 150 South Carolina communities across the state. It all starts with our people – proud members of their communities, dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective water utility services. Join us and be a part of a team that values sustainability, innovation, and the wellbeing of our communities.

Purpose of the Job

Imagine being part of a team that supplies the essential element for life. Water is the very foundation of this planet, the life-giving essence in all of us. Driven, knowledgeable, and passionate about this essential resource, the South Carolina Water Utilities team, a subsidiary of Nexus Water Group, is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on.

As part of our ongoing commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking a dependable Wastewater Operator to join our team and play a crucial role in Field Operations.

What We Offer

  • 401k Company Match
  • Vacation Accrual: Starting at 3 weeks per year
  • Holidays: 10 company-paid holidays per year
  • Floating Time: 16 hours of paid floating time per year
  • Sick Time
  • Additional Benefit Plans include Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-Paid Life Insurance, and more
  • Training, Professional Certifications, and Education Allowance

Job Responsibilities

  • Operates and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facilities as required by city, state, and federal guidelines;
  • Performs daily analyses of effluent samples; makes necessary adjustments to keep the facility within permit limits; Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards
  • Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality standards are met.
  • Assists with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed.
  • Inspect and maintains pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise.
  • Respond to and investigate customer service calls. Complete customer service work orders, updates, and maintain activity with required documentation and close work orders in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Performs routine tests on water treatment facilities including tests related to treatment process, chemicals, pumps, motors, and routine water quality sampling. Collects and analyzes appropriate readings of gauges and meters;
  • Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes, and basic laboratory analyses.
  • Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
  • Documents plant performance, including daily flow, well meter readings, and chemical dosage and usage.
  • Other duties assigned.

Competencies

Delivering High Quality Work
Supporting Coworkers
Communicating Effectively
Working Safely

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED in General

Certifications

Driver's License
SC - Biological Wastewater B
SC - Biological Wastewater C
SC - Biological Wastewater A

Physical Requirements

Field-Based Role

Work Experience

2-3 years of experience performing wastewater activities or working for a utility.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.


We are an E-Verify participating employer.


Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina

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