Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) Operator
JOB OPPORTUNITY – Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) Operator
Are you a skilled wastewater professional who takes pride in environmental stewardship, public service, and keeping vital systems running? The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (AWWD) is seeking a full-time
Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) Operator to join our Maintenance & Operations (M&O) Department. In this essential role, you'll help safeguard public health and the environment by ensuring high standards of treatment and compliance across our operations.
About the Role:
As a WWTF Operator, you’ll be part of the dedicated team responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining AWWD’s wastewater treatment facility to ensure compliance with District, local, state, and federal regulations. Reporting to the WWTF Manager and working closely with the Lead WWTF Operator, you’ll play a key role in daily plant operations, laboratory analysis, and process control. Key focus areas include:
- Monitoring plant operations and performing preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, tanks, and other systems.
- Conducting lab tests and evaluating results for BOD, TSS, pH, chlorine residuals, and more.
- Adjusting processes to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient biological treatment.
- Gathering, calculating, and reporting performance data to management and regulatory agencies.
- Diagnosing mechanical or operational issues and taking timely corrective action.
- Supporting a safe and efficient working environment through inspections and hazard mitigation.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of wastewater treatment operations, hands-on lab experience, and a commitment to public health and safety. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy problem solving, working with equipment, and being part of a mission-driven team.
This position offers opportunities to apply your technical skills, solve problems, and contribute to our mission of delivering clean, reliable wastewater services for a growing community. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Hourly Salary:
$38.99 - $52.25 per hour
Qualifications
Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator, including laboratory testing and maintenance of primary and secondary treatment systems.
Education: High School Diploma or GED, with training in biology, chemistry, or a related field.
Licensing Requirements:
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License
- Washington State Wastewater Operator Certification Group II or higher.*
- Industrial First Aid Card
- CDL endorsement may be required for promotional opportunities or business needs.
*Must obtain at least a Washington Operator Certification Group II within 6 months of hire.
Benefits:
· Medical, Dental and Vision (with coverage for family)
· Vacation and Sick Leave
· Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
· Deferred Compensation (457) with Employer Match
· Training and Educational Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program
· Wellness Incentive
· Commute Trip Reduction Incentive
· Flexible Spending Accounts
· Life/Disability Insurance
· Training / Development
How to Apply:
To be considered during the first review of applicants, please submit your
cover letter and resume by Sunday, April 27th, at 11:59 PM at www.awwd.com/careers
Hiring Timeline:
- Candidates selected for interviews will be notified the week of May 5th
- Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of May 15th
For questions, please contact the
HR Department at (425) 540-6580.
The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug-free and smoke-free environment. Prior to employment, a criminal history background check, driving record check, and reference checks will be conducted on the top candidates.
Why Alderwood Water & Wastewater District?
WATER FOR LIFE, FOREVER
The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District’s (AWWD) mission is to
provide clean, reliable water and wastewater services for a healthy community. As an organization we strive to build and maintain a system that will function for the next 100 years and beyond. We protect the natural environment, conserve water resources, and provide critical services, every day. Spanning over 45-square miles in south Snohomish County, the District is the largest special purpose water/wastewater District in the State of Washington.
The District adopted a five year strategic plan that outlines the following strategies:
serve you today, plan for tomorrow, protect our water supply, manage our information and our physical assets, and build a learning organization.
The District offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, group term life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage, State of Washington PERS 401(a) retirement plan participation, a deferred compensation match program, a commute reduction incentive, and a wellness incentive.
