Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training, Oklahoma City, OK

Job description

At Jacobs, we challenge what's currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people. Jacobs is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training to join our team in Oklahoma City, OK where, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant including maintenance of equipment and quality control testing. You’ll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities. You’ll operate treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent, observe variations in operating conditions, and interpret meter and gauge readings.

You’ll also collect samples, maintain shift logs and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you’ll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team.

• As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites, project locations, and other work-related destinations in connection with the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. The OMFS business uses Telematics & Dash Cameras with our fleet of vehicles, and all new hires will require a Telematics acknowledgement to be signed.
• This position must obtain an Oklahoma Class D Wastewater License within 6 months of hire date. Bring your team-focused approach, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you while delivering challenging Operations Management projects together. #omfs #ourjacobs
• Basic experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants
• Basic understanding of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to enter data into a maintenance management system
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, shift work and on call duty as required
• A valid driver’s license with no major infractions
• Ability to obtain an Oklahoma Class D Wastewater License within 6 months of hire date Ideally, You’ll Also Have
• High school diploma or GED
• A current, or working towards obtaining a first level water/wastewater treatment certification
• Basic familiarity of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations, valves, pumps, and motors
• Safe work practices Working Conditions Safety is a core value at Jacobs.

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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