**Job Title: Wastewater Treatment Operator** **Job Description** As a Wastewater Treatment Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our facility remains safe and compliant by effectively treating and managing wastewater. This hands-on, entry-level position requires no prior experience in wastewater treatment, as comprehensive training will be provided. **Responsibilities** + Treat and manage wastewater to maintain safety and compliance. + Work with chemicals and handle hazardous materials safely. + Ensure proper labeling and storage of materials. + Assist in maintaining equipment and report any issues to the supervisor. **Essential Skills** + Understanding of chemistry and chemical handling. + Familiarity with manufacturing processes. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience working in a high school science lab with a passion for chemistry. + Adaptability to hot environments like kitchens or outdoor jobs. + Preference for routine tasks and following clear instructions. + Desire to learn a skilled trade and advance in a manufacturing career. **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team where you will receive comprehensive training in wastewater treatment, paving the way for a rewarding career in manufacturing. Benefit from opportunities for professional growth while working in a supportive and engaging environment. **Work Environment** This position is based in a manufacturing facility located in Fridley, MN, which can become quite hot, particularly in the summer. The role requires standing for most of the day and wearing safety gear, including goggles, gloves, and steel-toed boots. The work schedule consists of full-time, 8-hour shifts from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, totaling 40 hours per week. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.