Seeking Grade 3+ Water System Operator Experts in Distribution and Treatment

Lumina Datamatics is seeking experienced Water System Operator Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support a high-profile textbook revision initiative. If you have hands-on experience in water treatment or water distribution operations and an interest in contributing to industry-standard learning materials, we’d love to connect!

Project Details:

This project involves revising a series of Water System Operations textbooks aligned to Water Professionals International (WPI, formerly ABC) certification standards. Each SME will collaborate with a developmental editor to revise one assigned textbook (approximately 15–20 chapters / 400–500 pages). SMEs will review existing content, update it to reflect current industry practices, with emphasis on emerging contaminants, advanced treatment methods, and new technologies. A key goal of this revision is to simplify the reading level while maintaining technical accuracy and real-world relevance. The SME will be responsible for producing a sample chapter, followed by first and final draft manuscripts, and participating in copyediting and page-proof review stages.

Candidate Credentials:

The ideal candidate is a certified water system operator with strong practical experience and the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to adult learners. Prior experience in training, instruction, or technical writing is strongly preferred.

Education/Certification:

· Must hold a valid water operator certification at or above the grade 3 level for treatment and/or distribution

· Certification must align with WPI equivalency/reciprocity standards

· Formal education is not required

Professional Experience:

· Preferred minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in water treatment or water distribution operations

· Experience conducting operator training, workshops, or classroom instruction preferred

· Ability to write clear, accurate technical content for adult learners

· Familiarity with water industry standards, practices, and literature

· Willingness to collaborate with editors and advisory committees and respond to feedback in a timely manner

Skill Set:

· Strong understanding of water system operations at the assigned grade level

· Ability to review and revise technical content for accuracy and accessibility

· Clear written communication skills

· Comfort working remotely and meeting project milestones

· Ability to contextualize math and technical concepts so learners understand both what and why

If you are interested in this opportunity and want to learn more, please apply and/or feel free to message me at bella.mercado@luminad.com! We look forward to hearing from you!

About Us:

Lumina Datamatics is a trusted partner to numerous companies in the global publishing and retail industries, addressing their needs in content, technology, and commerce.

As a strategic partner, Lumina Datamatics helps its clients improve business competitiveness and achieve operational efficiencies. Our solutions reduce time to market for new products and services, increase efficiency in business processes, and provide deep insights into reader and buyer behavior.

For publishers, EdTech companies, and universities/colleges, we manage end-to-end publishing processes from content creation to product delivery, utilizing our deep domain expertise and innovative technology tools.

For retailers, we offer advanced content solutions and e-commerce technology platforms to enhance sales and customer engagement. With a geographically diverse portfolio, Lumina Datamatics operates across four continents: America, Asia, Australia, and Europe.

Job Type: Contract

License/Certification:

Water Treatment Certification Grade 3+ (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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