Job Title: Wastewater Operator
Job Description

The Water Treatment Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of various processing equipment, including water treatment systems. Responsibilities include maintaining solution balance, collecting samples, recording data, and handling potentially hazardous chemicals. The operator will monitor and control water and slurry flows, reagent additions, and operate pumps, valves, piping, and related equipment. Regular inspections and adjustments are required to maintain operating parameters within specified limits, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

ResponsibilitiesOperate and maintain water and wastewater treatment equipment according to state and federal environmental protection limits and company policies.Prepare and submit reports including meter readings, tests, chemical usage, and related records, adhering to regulations and contractual obligations.Safely handle chemicals such as lime, chloride, caustic, and mercury following safety standards and training.Clean and maintain treatment plant facilities, ensuring housekeeping standards are met.Perform mechanical tasks within the scope of training and expertise.Operate small frontend loaders, forklifts, skid steer loaders, and dozers as needed for job assignments.Complete pre-shift inspections and equipment checks, ensuring safety and functionality.Report and address safety or environmental concerns immediately in line with project guidelines and regulations.Work with minimal on-site supervision while maintaining regular check-ins with the Operations Representative or project supervisor.Plan and execute assignments for significant or complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to contracts.Essential SkillsExperience with wastewater and water treatment systems.Prior experience working with reverse osmosis systems.Knowledge of wastewater treatment, preferably from a municipality.Ability to perform general labor tasks, such as shoveling and lifting up to 50 lbs.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Basic computer and technology skills for data recording and communication.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with microfiltration and clarification systems preferred.Ability to navigate rough terrain and work at heights.Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.Experience operating small front-end loaders, dozers, and lifting equipment preferred.General understanding of mining operations preferred.Ability to travel frequently, including flying, as required for project duties.Why Work Here?

This position offers a high-paying contract and the opportunity to work on a significant project in a challenging and rewarding environment. Employees will benefit from the autonomy to operate with minimal supervision while contributing to important environmental and safety standards.

Work Environment

Work is conducted outside at a gold mine site. The role involves working in a dynamic and potentially challenging environment, requiring adaptability to adverse weather conditions and the ability to navigate uneven terrain.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kershaw, South Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.00/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 Kershaw,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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