Water System Operator

Step into Your New Role  

Are you ready to make a splash in the world of Water Technology and drive meaningful change—while earning supplemental income on a flexible schedule? This Flex Water System Operator role is designed for individuals available to provide weekend and holiday coverage across multiple sites.

Join us and be at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and global impact. Your expertise will not only support critical water and wastewater operations but also contribute to building a more sustainable world for generations to come. Dive into a career where your work truly makes a difference.

Position Overview

Technical Operators perform various functions to ensure the operational efficiency and safety of multiple water supply and wastewater treatment plants. This is a flex position that provides as-needed operational support, primarily during weekends and holidays. Assignments may rotate between facilities located in Findlay, Fostoria, Lima, and Wapakoneta, Ohio.

This opportunity is ideal for certified operators seeking supplemental income with scheduling flexibility, or persons ready to take on a new challenge, we train all new hires.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and record flow meters and system run hours
• Log plant operation details electronically and in writing
• Monitor treatment processes and apply directed operational adjustments based on results

The Technical Operator position includes multiple levels, based on experience and state certifications.

Requirements – Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills

To be a Technical Operator, you will need to meet the following requirements set by the Operations Director:

• Good and effective communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities
• Mechanical or electrical experience preferred but not required
• Commitment to following established policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently across multiple facilities
• Approximately 75% field work and 25% office time

Schedule & Work Locations

• Flex / as-needed position
• Primary coverage for weekends and holidays
• Ideal for individuals seeking supplemental income
• Work locations include Findlay, Fostoria, Lima, and Wapakoneta, Ohio

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.  

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:  

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.  

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.  

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)  

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES   

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.